Ingredients
Method
Crust Preparation
- In a medium bowl, crush the chocolate sandwich cookies into fine crumbs. Mix the crumbs with melted butter until evenly combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes, or until set.
Filling Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and melted semi-sweet chocolate. Mix until creamy and fully blended.
- In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until light and fluffy.
Pie Assembly
- Spoon the filling into the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the pie is fully set.
Ganache Preparation
- Heat the remaining 1/4 cup of heavy whipping cream until just warm. Pour over the chocolate chips, letting it sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth to make the ganache.
Final Touches
- Spread or drizzle the ganache over the chilled pie. Top with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, and chocolate pieces for a beautiful finish.
Serving
- Slice and serve cold to enjoy the best texture and flavor.
Notes
For a healthier version, swap powdered sugar for monk fruit sweetener, and add chia or flax seeds into the filling. Ensure chilling for at least 4 hours for setting.
