French Silk Pie

Table of Contents

1. French Silk Pie Ingredients
2. Substitutions and Additions
3. How to Make French Silk Pie
4. How to Serve French Silk Pie
5. Storage
6. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
7. JUMP TO RECIPE

French silk pie is luscious and creamy with a flaky pie crust and rich chocolate filling. Perfect for any occasion or holiday get-together, this decadent chocolate pie with fluffy whipped topping will have everyone wanting more. 

If you love chocolate pie, you’ll also want to make Chocolate Pudding Pie, No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, and Cool Whip Pie.

French Silk Pie Ingredients

You will need:

For the Pie

• 1 deep dish frozen pie crust
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 8 ounces semi-sweet bakers chocolate not chocolate chips
• 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup Cool Whip
• 1½ teaspoons instant chocolate pudding mix
• ½ cup unsalted butter

For the Whipped Topping

• Remainder of 8-ounce Cool Whip tub, after using the 1 cup to mix into chocolate mixture

• Hershey chocolate bar, coarsely chopped

Substitutions and Additions

PIE CRUST: Any brand of store-bought deep dish pie crust will work for this chocolate cream pie recipe. If you have a homemade crust recipe, you could make your own as well. Check out our pie crust recipe for a popular choice. 

PUDDING MIX: French vanilla pudding mix will also work in this chocolate silk pie. 

How to Make French Silk Pie

STEP ONE: Bake pie crust according to the directions on the package. Set aside.

PRO TIP: Be sure to use a fork to prick holes on the bottom and sides of the frozen pie crust to avoid air pocket bubbles when baking. 

STEP TWO: In a saucepan, stir together sugar and eggs over medium-high heat. Stir constantly so eggs don’t start to bake & whiten. Cook until the temperature of 160°F is reached. Pour the heated mixture into a large bowl so the eggs don’t continue baking in the pan.

STEP THREE: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate in the microwave. Heat on 30-second intervals stirring well after each 30 seconds until chocolate is melted. Don’t overheat – you want this melted but not too hot.

STEP FOUR: Stir chocolate mixture into egg mixture and stir to mix. Add vanilla and stir to mix.

STEP FIVE: In a separate medium bowl, combine 1 cup Cool Whip and dry pudding mix together. Set aside.

STEP SIX: In a large bowl, beat butter until light & fluffy (about 2-3 minutes). Add chocolate mixture and beat on high speed for 5 minutes. Beat in prepared whipped cream just until combined (don’t over mix).

PRO TIP: We’d recommend putting your foil pie pan inside a glass pie dish for added stability.

STEP SEVEN: Pour mixture into prepared pie crust and refrigerate it for at least 6 hours, or overnight, covered in aluminum foil.

PRO TIP: Chilling overnight is best for the pie to hold its shape when cutting.

STEP EIGHT: Before you serve the pie, top pie with remaining whipped cream. Scoop Cool Whip over top of the pie and sprinkle with coarsely chopped chocolate.

PRO TIP: If you want to get fancy, you could top your pie with chocolate curls or chocolate shavings instead of the coarsely chopped chocolate. 

How to Serve French Silk Pie

Enjoy this classic French Silk pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of hot fudge. Instead of the coarsely chopped chocolate, you could also top your pie with chocolate curls or chocolate shavings for a fancier appearance. If you just can’t get enough chocolate, enjoy a slice of pie with a mug of hot chocolate or frozen hot chocolate. 

Storage

IN THE FRIDGE: Store leftovers of this French silk chocolate pie in a sealed food storage container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. 

IN THE FREEZER: This classic French silk pie recipe will freeze well for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, let it thaw completely in the refrigerator. 

French silk pie has never been easier to make. With its flaky crust, silky smooth chocolate filling, and fluffy whipped topping it’s no wonder it’s one of everyone’s favorite pies. Just one slice is sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. Impress your friends and family with this pie recipe that looks like it came straight from a restaurant.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I make homemade pie crust? 

If you have a favorite pie crust recipe, you can certainly make it at home instead of store-bought. Check out our pie crust recipe for a great version.

Can I freeze this pie? 

This pie will freeze well, covered in plastic wrap or foil, for up to three months.

Can I make this pie ahead of time? 

This recipe is a perfect pie to make ahead of time as it needs time to chill and allow all the flavors to mingle together before serving.