What is the difference between chocolate cream pie and French silk pie?

The Crust: Chocolate cream pie traditionally sits on a cookie crumb crust, while French silk pie traditionally sits on a pastry crust . The Filling: Chocolate cream pie filling has a denser, pudding-like consistency, while French silk pie filling has a lighter, airier, more mousse-like consistency.

What is silk pie made of?

French Silk Pie is a super silky chocolate pie, made with an Oreo Crust (with an option for a classic pie crust), a creamy rich chocolate filling, and topped with fresh whipped cream .

How long is store bought French silk pie good for?

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What is Dolly Parton pie?

Dolly Parton Pie is the world-famous singer's favorite, a walnut pie with a rich, sweet filling you can enjoy whenever you get the Mule Skinner Blues ! Buttery, crunchy, and melodic, Dolly Parton Pie is just what you need most when it's time to tuck into dessert.

What is Millionaire Pie made of?

Millionaire pie is a no-bake pie consisting of a rich base of sweetened condensed milk, Cool Whip, and cream cheese that's combined with crushed pineapple and pecans . The filling is then poured into a graham cracker crust and chilled in the refrigerator until set.

Does French silk pie contain raw eggs?

This creamy and indulgent French silk pie combines my best flaky pie crust, smooth-as-silk chocolate filling, and fresh whipped cream on top. This recipe uses cooked eggs , so you don't have to worry about consuming raw eggs.

What is the difference between chocolate mousse and French silk?

Unlike denser chocolate mousse pie, French silk uses whipped eggs to achieve the remarkably light texture of its filling . Whisking the eggs with sugar over a double boiler dissolves the sugar, heats the eggs to a safe eating temperature, and incorporates air bubbles into the mix.

What makes a cream pie different from other types of pies?

Cream pie. This mouthwatering variety of pie is unique from other pies in that the crust is typically baked first . A pudding-like mixture of milk, sugar, eggs, and other flavorings is then cooked on the stovetop until thick and poured into that pie crust to chill and set until firm.

What's the difference between chocolate pudding and chocolate mousse?

Pudding is meant to be thick, soft, and silky, and is, therefore, a lot less airy than mousse . This difference in texture lies in preparation. Pudding requires heat to come together with the right consistency, whereas mousse simply needs to be whipped together.

Does Dairy Queen still have French silk pie?

Dairy Queen has discontinued the French Silk Pie Blizzard , a fan favorite.

Luscious French Silk Pie Recipe with a Pecan Cookie Crust (2024)

Last updatedJanuary 27, 2022

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Sneak Preview: This Luscious French Silk Pie features a silky smooth and cool chocolate filling inside a pecan cookie crust. Our family likes it best with chopped-up Skor or Heath toffee candy bars on top.

Luscious French Silk Pie Recipe with a Pecan Cookie Crust (1)

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What makes this French Silk Pie recipe different from every other French silk pie you’ve ever tasted?

A pecan-studded pat-in-the-pan pie crust
A chopped Skor or Heath Bar on top

Contrast those two crunchy textures with the exquisitely smooth chocolate filling. It’s like jumping into a cool swimming pool on a hot Texas day after mowing the yard. The pleasure is almost unbearable!

Happy Cooks Speak Up

“The pie was a HUGE hit for T-day. With our crowd of 60 and about 30 pies/desserts, no kidding, this was the first pie gone. It got big raves by those lucky ones who got some. My son had a slice and didn’t eat it all, so I tasted his. Divine! “– KATRINA
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Recipe Inspiration

Although a popular recipe in general, this particular recipe came from my Aunt Marg. She’s a legend in our family for winning a washer and dryer in a baking contest with her Hickory Nut Cake.

Then there’s her Fresh Nectarine Pie and now this recipe for French Silk Chocolate Pie, which shows up frequently at our Thanksgiving and/or Christmas celebrations.

Luscious French Silk Pie Recipe with a Pecan Cookie Crust (2)

📌Kitchen Tips📌 About This Pie

If you are squeamish about eating uncooked eggs, use pasteurized eggs.
This is not a good pie to make on a hot day. It will soften quickly if not kept chilled.

Help at Your Fingertips: For questions or suggestions, email Paula at saladinajar.com. If you need help, I’m happy to troubleshoot via email (faster than leaving a comment). Attach pictures and as many details as possible for the best advice.

Yield: 8 slices