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Chocolate Strawberry Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Ava
  • Total Time: 4 hours 35 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings

Description

A decadent and visually stunning Chocolate Strawberry Pie featuring a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, a silky layer of rich dark chocolate ganache, and a creamy strawberry filling made with fresh berries and whipped cream. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, special occasions, or any celebration, this pie combines the vibrant flavors of chocolate and strawberries in a luscious dessert that can be prepared ahead of time.

Ingredients

Crust

  • 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Ganache

  • 6 oz dark chocolate
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Filling

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks
  • 1 teaspoon gelatin or cornstarch (to stabilize filling)

Topping

  • Fresh strawberries
  • Whipped cream
  • Chocolate shavings (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Crush the chocolate cookies using a food processor or rolling pin until fine crumbs form. In a mixing bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, melted butter, sugar (if using), and salt, stirring until well mixed. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake the crust at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let it cool completely before adding the filling.
  2. Make the ganache: Heat the ¾ cup of heavy cream in a small saucepan just until it begins to simmer. Pour the hot cream over the chopped dark chocolate in a bowl. Add the vanilla extract and let it sit for a minute, then stir gently until smooth and glossy. Spread the ganache evenly over the cooled crust. Chill the crust and ganache layer in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to set.
  3. Prepare the strawberry filling: In a separate mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until smooth and creamy. Fold in the chopped strawberries gently. Then, carefully fold in the whipped heavy cream to maintain the light texture. If using, sprinkle gelatin or cornstarch over the mixture and gently mix in to stabilize the filling.
  4. Assemble the pie: Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the chilled ganache layer in the pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight, to allow the filling to set properly.
  5. Add toppings and serve: Before serving, decorate the pie with fresh whole strawberries, additional whipped cream, and optional chocolate shavings for an elegant finish. Slice and enjoy this luscious chocolate strawberry pie!

Notes

  • This pie is excellent for special occasions such as Valentine’s Day and can be prepared a day in advance to save time.
  • You can customize the topping by using other fresh berries like raspberries or blueberries.
  • Chocolate decorations or curls add a beautiful and tasty garnish to the finished pie.
  • If using gelatin, be sure to bloom it properly according to package instructions before folding into the filling.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://quickandsweetrecipes.com/chocolate-strawberry-pie-recipe/