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Chocolate Mousse Pie

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This Chocolate Mousse Pie is a simple yet impressive dessert that combines a crunchy Oreo crust with a rich and creamy chocolate mousse filling, topped with ganache. Perfect for gatherings or a special treat for yourself, each bite delivers luxurious flavor and texture.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 25 regular Oreos
  • 4 tablespoons (57 grams) salted butter, melted (European style preferred)
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1/4 cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 cups (480 grams) heavy whipping cream, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup (120 grams) heavy whipping cream
  • 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup (120 grams) cold heavy whipping cream
  • 12 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and line the springform pan with parchment paper.
  • Pulse Oreos into fine crumbs, mix with melted butter, and press into the pan.
  • Pre-bake the crust for 10-12 minutes and cool.
  • Whisk egg yolks, sugar, and salt over simmering water until smooth.
  • Warm heavy cream, whisk into egg mixture, then fold in melted chocolate.
  • Whip remaining heavy cream, gently fold into chocolate mixture.
  • Pour mousse into cooled crust and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
  • Prepare ganache by heating cream, pour over chopped chocolate, stir until smooth.
  • Pour ganache over set mousse, chill for an hour.
  • Beat cold cream with powdered sugar, spread over pie, and chill again before serving.

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Notes

Using room temperature ingredients helps to achieve smooth mixture.
Make sure the chocolate is completely melted for a smooth ganache.
Chill mixing bowls and beaters for optimal cream volume.

  • Author: Thomas
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 20
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 80