Description
This decadent Chocolate Mousse Pie combines rich semi-sweet and bittersweet chocolates with fluffy marshmallows to create a luscious, creamy mousse filling set in a crunchy Oreo pie crust. Topped with lightly sweetened whipped cream and chocolate shavings, this indulgent dessert is perfect for special occasions or any chocolate lover’s treat.
Ingredients
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Chocolate Base
- 2 Tbsp salted butter, diced
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups mini marshmallows
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Mousse
- 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream
Pie Crust
- 1 Oreo pie crust
Whipped Cream Topping
- 1 cup (235ml) heavy cream
- 2 Tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
- Chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the Chocolate Base: In a large saucepan over low heat, melt the butter with whole milk, semi-sweet and bittersweet chocolate chips, and mini marshmallows. Stir continuously until the marshmallows are completely melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let cool at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Prepare the Whipped Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip 1 3/4 cups heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form, being careful not to overwhip.
- Fold Cream into Chocolate: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture using a spatula until light, fluffy, and uniform in color while maintaining the airy texture.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Pour the mousse into the Oreo pie crust and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours to allow the mousse to set firmly.
- Make Whipped Cream Topping: In a clean bowl, whip 1 cup heavy cream with granulated sugar until stiff peaks form and it holds its shape smoothly.
- Garnish and Serve: Spread the sweetened whipped cream over the chilled mousse pie, garnish with chocolate shavings, and keep refrigerated until serving. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
- Allow the chocolate base mixture to cool completely before adding whipped cream to ensure the mousse holds its texture.
- Be careful not to overwhip the cream to prevent it from becoming grainy or turning into butter.
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips.
- Chilling time is important for mousse to set properly; do not skip the refrigeration step.
- Use a clean, chilled bowl for whipping cream to achieve better volume.
