Decadent Chocolate Pie

Rich and creamy is the best way to describe this delicious Chocolate Pie.   I made two versions, one in a large spring-form pan, the other as tartlets.   No matter which was you shape the crust, this will always be a hit!

Decadent Chocolate Pie

 

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 C crushed chocolate cookies, either Oreo's or try Thin Mints for a twist on the taste
• 3 T butter, melted
• 3/4 C sugar
• 1/4 C flour
• 1 T instant Espresso
• 2 C heavy cream
• 4 large eggs, slightly beaten
• 1 1/3 C dark chocolate, broken into pieces
• 1 T vanilla
• 2 T butter, cubes

Directions:   Preheat oven to 350 degrees.   If using Oreo's, remove center filling and crush in a food processor.   Add melted butter and mix well.   Press cookie mixture into the bottom of your chosen pan and bake for 8 - 10 minutes.   Cool. 

In a large pot, add cream, sugar and flour, whisking well, over medium heat.   Before it gets too hot, add beaten eggs and whisk well so it doesn't scramble as it heats up to cook.   Stirring continually, cook for 15 minutes then remove from heat. 

Add chocolate and stir as it melts then add vanilla and stir to incorporate.   Finally, add the cubes of butter, mix well and pour into cooled cookie crust.   Refrigerate for an hour before serving to fully set.

Let stand at room temperature for 10 - 15 minutes before serving.   You can top with a dollop of whipped cream, fruit or mint.