These French Silk Pie Cookies are like chocolate Oreo cookies filled with a chocolate pudding mousse and a touch of whipped cream. They are served cold and are a delightful twist on the classic French silk pie. Imagine the best parts of French silk pie and easy-to-make Oreo cookies combined into one delicious treat.
This is a homemade version of the famous Crumbl cookies, and while the Crumbl version is good, nothing beats the freshness of homemade cookies. These cookies are a chocolate lover’s dream, and they are perfect for special occasions when you want to impress your guests with gourmet cookies.
To make these cookies, we start with a base made from black cocoa to mimic the flavors of a real chocolate pie. Then, we top them with a rich chocolate mousse and a dollop of whipped cream, garnished with chocolate shavings for that extra touch of decadence.
These cookies are suitable for various occasions, from a casual afternoon snack to special events like birthdays or holidays. They are also an excellent choice for cookie exchanges or as thoughtful gifts because of their unique and delicious flavor that’s sure to impress.
What is great about this recipe is that it is easy to make with basic ingredients you probably already have at home. You can whip up a batch of these cookies in about 30 minutes, making them perfect for impromptu gatherings or when you need a quick dessert fix.
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Story Behind This Recipe
The French Silk Pie Crumble Cookie recipe is a modern twist on the classic French Silk Pie, a famous chocolate pie that started in the United States. This delicious pie made its debut in a 1951 Pillsbury cookbook and quickly won the hearts of dessert lovers everywhere.
Now, the exact origins of French Silk Pie are a bit hazy, but it’s believed to have been created by Betty Cooper, a talented cook at the Baker’s Square restaurant chain in the Midwest.
Here’s what makes this pie special: it’s filled with a luscious, chocolaty mixture that’s whipped up with butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. This whipping process makes it incredibly light and fluffy. This velvety filling is then poured into a pie crust and chilled until it’s perfectly set.
But wait, there’s more! The French Silk Pie Crumble Cookie recipe takes all those delightful flavors from the classic pie and transforms them into handheld treats. They’ve added some chopped pecans for a lovely crunch and used a crumbly cookie base to give it, even more, texture and flavor. To top it off, they have added a dollop of whipped cream, which is a fun twist on the original pie and adds a creamy touch that complements the chocolatey filling beautifully.
Ingredients for whipped cream
- 1 cup whipping cream (250 milliliters), 35% cream
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate (about 44 grams)
Step-by-step instructions for making whipped cream
- Begin by setting up a double boiler. Fill a pot with hot water and place a heatproof glass bowl on top of it.
- Pour the 1 cup of whipping cream into the bowl. Make sure the cream is very cold at this point.
- Allow the cream to heat up in the double boiler. This will take about 5 minutes or so until you see a bit of steam coming off the cream.
- While the cream is heating, chop the 1/4 cup of semi-sweet chocolate into small pieces.
- Once the cream is hot, remove it from the heat and add the chopped chocolate to it.
- Let the chocolate sit in the hot cream for about one minute to soften.
- After one minute, gently stir the cream and chocolate together until the chocolate is completely melted and the mixture is well combined. This creates a chocolate ganache with a reduced amount of chocolate.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to cool completely.
- After a few hours, when the mixture is very cold, remove it from the fridge and uncover it.
- Use an electric mixer to whip the chocolate cream mixture just like you would whip regular whipped cream. Whip until it thickens and holds its peaks.
- Your chocolate whipped cream is now ready to use as a frosting for cookies or as a topping for desserts.
Ingredients for crumbl cookies
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Whipped cream ( for topping )
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Step-by-step instructions for making French Silk Pie Cookies
- Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a big bowl, beat together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it’s light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mix and stir it all together really well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Slowly add these dry ingredients to the butter mix and stir until everything’s mixed together.
- Add the chopped pecans and chocolate chips to the mix.
- Use a spoon to drop round lumps of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make sure to leave some space between them.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes. They’re ready when the edges are set but the centres are still a bit soft.
- Take them out of the oven and let them sit on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Then, move the cookies to a wire rack to cool down completely.
- Once they’re cool, put whipped cream on top of each cookie.
- Time to enjoy your cookies!
Tips for the right texture and flavor
Measure your flour correctly: Use a spoon to gently fill your measuring cup with flour, and then level it off with a flat edge. Don’t press the flour down into the cup, as this can make your cookies too dry and thick.
High-altitude adjustment: If you live in a high-altitude area, add an extra 2 tablespoons of flour to your cookie dough. This will help control the spread of your cookies and ensure they turn out well.
Use parchment paper: To prevent your cookies from spreading too much, place parchment paper on the cookie sheet. If they’re still spreading too much, it might be because the butter was too warm when you mixed the ingredients. In that case, you can chill the cookie dough balls in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before baking.
Slightly underbaked: Your cookies should be slightly underdone when you take them out of the oven because they will continue to cook a bit as they cool. This will give them that perfect chewy center we all love.
By following these simple tips, you’ll be on your way to baking delicious cookies with just the right texture and flavor.
Serving suggestions
Milk and Cookies: Classic and comforting, serve these cookies with a cold glass of milk for dipping. The combination of creamy milk and chocolatey cookies is a timeless favorite.
Fresh fruit: Try a side of fresh fruit like strawberries, raspberries, or sliced bananas. They bring a sweet and refreshing balance to the rich chocolatey cookies.
Ice Cream Sandwiches: Create ice cream sandwiches by sandwiching a scoop of your favorite ice cream between two French Silk Pie Crumble Cookies. Roll the edges in chocolate chips or crushed nuts for an extra touch.
Coffee or tea: Sip on a nice hot cup of coffee or tea with your cookies. The slightly bitter taste of these drinks can help offset the sweetness of the dessert.
Gifts in a Jar: Layer the dry ingredients of the cookie recipe in a jar and attach a recipe card with instructions. These make wonderful homemade gifts for friends and family.
Picnic Snack: Pack these cookies for a picnic or outdoor outing. They’re easy to transport and make for a sweet and satisfying snack.
Feel free to get creative and adapt these serving ideas to suit your preferences and the occasion. French Silk Pie Crumble Cookies are versatile and can be enjoyed in various ways.
Flavourful alternatives
- Flour Swap: If you can’t have gluten, you can use gluten-free flour instead of regular flour in this recipe.
- Chocolate Choice: If you like your chocolate less intensely, you can use milk chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate instead of dark chocolate in this recipe.
