DOUBLE CHOCOLATE SILK CREAM PIE

1. 1

   Mix oreo crumbs and melted butter together until moist.

2. 2

   Press into 9-inch pie plate.

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   Refrigerate while making filling.

4. 4

   Separate eggs.

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   Lightly stir yolks and set aside.

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   Heat cream in a double boiler over simmering water until scalded.

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   Stir in sugar and salt until dissolved, about 2 minutes.

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   Stream some hot cream into yolks to temper.

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   Stir tempered egg yolks into double boiler with remaining cream.

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    Cook over double boiler, whisking occasionally until it starts to thicken and coat spoon, about 8 minutes.

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    Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chocolate chips.

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    Pour into prepared shell and cool to room temperature.

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    Cover with plastic wrap directly on filling and refrigerate 4-6 hours to overnight until plastic wrap comes off clean and pie is completely set and chilled.

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    Cut into pieces and serve with whipped cream.

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    Recipe TIPS:.

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    Your pie will NOT set if you do not thicken the cream and egg mixture long enough.

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    If you are unsure whether or not the mixture is thick enough, continue cooking for another 5 minutes ensuring the water in your double boiler is at a simmer.

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    This should continue to thicken the mixture.

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    {Even if your pie doesn't set, it's still ridiculously delicious!

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.