Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust, baked and cooled
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
- 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted and cooled
- Whipped cream, for serving
- Chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the alcohol-free vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the melted and cooled unsweetened chocolate, mixing until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the cooled baked pie crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is truly softened, not melted, for the best texture.
- The eggs are used raw in this recipe. Use fresh, high-quality eggs.
- Melting the chocolate gently will prevent it from seizing.
- Chilling the pie thoroughly is crucial for it to set properly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake (filling)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg