Best 2 Chocolate Bavarian Cream Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Chocolate Bavarian Cream Pie, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This luxurious pie features a crisp chocolate cookie crust, a creamy and velvety Bavarian cream filling infused with rich chocolate, and a luscious chocolate ganache topping. The combination of the crisp crust, creamy filling, and decadent ganache creates an unforgettable dessert experience. This article provides a step-by-step guide to crafting this masterpiece, along with variations and additional recipes to elevate your dessert repertoire. Discover the secrets to making the perfect chocolate cookie crust, the smooth and airy Bavarian cream filling, and the glossy chocolate ganache. Explore variations such as a white chocolate Bavarian cream pie or a raspberry swirl Bavarian cream pie to add a unique twist to this classic dessert. Elevate your baking skills and impress your loved ones with this exquisite Chocolate Bavarian Cream Pie, a true testament to the art of pastry.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE BAVARIAN CREAM PIE



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Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Freeze/Chill

Yield 8-12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Crust:
1 1/4 c. chocolate cookie crumbs (e.g., Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers)
1/4 c. granulated sugar
1/4 c. soft butter
Filling:
1 c. milk
1/2 c. granulated sugar
3 slightly beaten egg yolks
1/4 t. salt
1/4 c. cold water
1 T. gelatin
1 t. vanilla
3 stiffly beaten egg whites
1 c. heavy cream, whipped
Semi-sweet chocolate for grating on top of pie

Steps:

  • For Crust: Crumble chocolate wafers into the bowl of a food processor. Add the sugar to the crumbs. Cut the butter into bits and add to the crumb mixture. Process by pulsing the crumbs until the ingredients are evenly mixed. Press into a 9" pie pan across the bottom and up the sides. For Filling: In a heavy saucepan, heat milk to scalding. Mix beaten yolks with sugar and salt in a heatproof bowl. Add hot milk gradually to the yolk mixture to prevent 'cooking' the eggs. Place bowl over hot water and cook, stirring constantly, until a custard is formed and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let cool. Meanwhile, sprinkle gelatin on cold water and let stand for 3 minutes. Add gelatin to warm custard and stir until dissolved. Cool until thickened. Add vanilla and mix well. Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes until thickened. Add beaten egg whites and whipped cream by folding into the custard mixture. Pour into chocolate crust, heaping the filling slightly. Grate semi-sweet chocolate on top of pie. Chill until firm, about 2-3 hours.

CHOCOLATE BAVARIAN CREAM PIE



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I have not tried this recipe. I got this recipe from recipezaar message board. The recipe was posted by Meryl.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Pie

Time 15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer cookies, crushed
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk, scalded
3 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1 cup whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Mix crushed wafers and butter together and pat into a buttered 8 x 11-inch cake pan. Chill.
  • Soften gelatin in cold water and set aside. In top of double boiler
  • combine eg yolks, sugar, salt, and milk. Add custard to gelatin mixture and cool. Fold stiffly beaten egg whites, whipped cream, and vanilla into gelatin-custard mixture. Pour into crust.
  • May be garnished with additional cookie crumbs. Chill for several hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 521.4, Fat 37.5, SaturatedFat 21.7, Cholesterol 195.7, Sodium 436.8, Carbohydrate 40.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 25.2, Protein 8.2

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semisweet chocolate.
  • To make sure the pie crust is fully baked, pre-bake it for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will help the filling to set and the pie to hold its shape.
  • If you don't have a springform pan, you can use a 9-inch pie plate. Just be sure to trim the excess pastry around the edges.
  • To make a chocolate ganache, heat 1 cup of heavy cream until it is simmering. Remove from heat and add 8 ounces of finely chopped chocolate. Stir until the chocolate is melted and smooth.

Conclusion:

This Chocolate Bavarian Cream Pie is a delicious and elegant dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with a chocolate cookie crust, a creamy chocolate filling, and a whipped cream topping. The pie is easy to make and can be prepared in advance, making it a great option for busy hosts. Whether you are a chocolate lover or just looking for a special dessert to impress your guests, this Chocolate Bavarian Cream Pie is sure to be a hit.

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