Mocha Mousse Pie
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 15 min. + chilling
YIELD: 6-8 servings.
Coffee and chocolate are perfectly paired in this lovely layered dessert from Beverly Gottfried, Candler, North Carolina. A convenient chocolate crumb crust holds the fluffy filling.
Ingredients
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1-1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
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2 cups heavy whipping cream
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2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 chocolate crumb or graham cracker crust (9 inches)
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Chocolate shavings, optional
Directions
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1.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Set aside to cool.
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2.
Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat the cream, coffee granules, sugar and vanilla on low until coffee and sugar are dissolved. Beat on high just until stiff peaks form. Set aside 1-1/2 cups for topping.
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3.
Gradually fold remaining cream mixture into cooled chocolate until well blended. Pour into pie crust. Spread with reserved cream mixture. Refrigerate for 3 hours.
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4.
Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts
1 slice: 474 calories, 36g fat (20g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 128mg sodium, 39g carbohydrate (30g sugars, 2g fiber), 4g protein.
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