Truffle Pie

"The layers in this pie are mind-boggling. We make it for dessert whenever we have chocoholics over." The Deen Brothers

This pie is for chocolate lovers only! I have considered myself to fit that mold but this was a bit too much chocolate for me! My hubby loved it Although he did say the chocolate was a little strong. He gave some to his boss who said it was pretty good-not a man of many words:)

Truffle Filling:

2/3 c. heavy cream

6 oz. bittersweet chocolate chips

For the truffle filling, in a saucepan, bring 2/3 c. cream to a simmer. Place the 6 oz chocolate chips in a bowl and pour the hot cream over the chocolate. Let stand for a min, then gently whisk until smooth. Spread the truffle filling over the bottom of the prepared crust. Freeze for 20 mins.

1 9-inch prepared or make your own

Whipped Chocolate Filling:

6 oz. bittersweet chocolate chips-here I used German Sweet Chocolate

1-1/2 c. heavy cream

1/2 t. vanilla

Meanwhile for the whipped chocolate filling, in a double boiler or the microwave set on low power, heat the 6 oz choc with 1/2 c. heavy cream until chocolate is melted, stirring often. Let cool to room temp. In a chilled bowl, beat the remaining 1 cup of cream until thick. Add the chocolate mixture and the vanilla and beat til soft peaks form {tips curl}. Spread the whipped chocolate mixture over the truffle filling int the crust. Refrigerate over night.

This recipe calls for all bittersweet chocolate and I'm glad that I used it only in the truffle filling part because it was a little much- next time I will use German Sweet and Milk Chocolate for the whole thing.

Whipped Cream Topping:

1 c. heavy cream

1/4 c. powdered sugar

Garnish:

white chocolate~shaved

milk chocolate~shaved

semisweet or dark chocolate~shaved

Just before serving beat the 1 c. cream on medium speed of an electric mixer until it begins to thicken. Add the powdered sugar and whip until stiff peaks form {tips stand straight}.

Spread the whipped cream over the top of the pie. Using a grater or peeler make pieces or shavings of the chocolates. Garnish. Serve immediately.

Remember to make this pie the day before so it can firm up in the fridge.

Enjoy!

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