The Best French Silk Pie: Copycat Perkins at Home
We’re so glad to have this Copycat Perkins French Silk Pie Recipe as our go-to. If you’ve ever driven out of your way just to get dessert, you’re not alone.
Servings: 8 servings, 9 inch pie
Calories: 664kcal
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Kitchen Essentials
Ingredients
- 1 Unbaked Pie Crust or make your own flaky pie crust
For the chocolate silk filling
- 4 Ounces Unsweetened Chocolate melted and cooled
- 1 Cup Unsalted Butter softened, 2 sticks
- 1 ½ Cups Granulated Sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 4 large eggs or pasteurized eggs if preferred
For the whipped topping
- 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Chocolate curls or shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan. Trim and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork, line with parchment paper, and fill with pie weights or dry beans. Note. A purchased unbaked crust will work just fine for this recipe. But you can make your own. We have a flaky pie crust recipe.1 Unbaked Pie Crust
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes. Remove weights and bake another 10–12 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely.
- Prepare the filling. Melt the unsweetened chocolate in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl. Let it cool slightly.4 Ounces Unsweetened Chocolate
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar for 5–7 minutes, until light and fluffy.1 Cup Unsalted Butter, 1 ½ Cups Granulated Sugar
- Add melted chocolate and vanilla. Beat to combine.1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Add eggs one at a time, beating on medium-high speed for 3–4 minutes after each addition. This gives the filling its silky texture. ⚠️ Note: This recipe uses raw eggs. Use pasteurized eggs if concerned about food safety.4 large eggs
- Assemble the pie. Spoon the chocolate filling into the cooled pie shell. Smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Make the whipped topping. In a cold mixing bowl using a hand mixer, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream, 2 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar, 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- Top with chocolate shavings, curls, or chocolate chips to garnish.Chocolate curls or shavings
Your Own Private Notes
Nutrition
Calories: 664kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 188mg | Sodium: 137mg | Potassium: 210mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 1282IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 4mg