Description
No-bake chocolate cream pie is a rich, luxurious dessert made with a smooth chocolate filling in a cookie crust, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings—no oven required.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made chocolate cookie or graham cracker crust
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whipped cream (plus extra for topping)
- Chocolate shavings or chunks for garnish
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the chocolate with heavy cream until smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese with sugar and vanilla extract until light and creamy.
- Mix the melted chocolate into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
- Fold in the whipped cream gently until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours until set.
- Before serving, top with additional whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or chunks.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate for a more intense flavor.
- Let the filling cool slightly before mixing with cream cheese to avoid curdling.
- For a dairy-free version, use vegan substitutes for chocolate, cream, and cream cheese.
- Chill thoroughly for clean slices and firm texture.
- Add a splash of liqueur like coffee or orange for extra depth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg