This vanilla cream and chocolate wafer pie recipe is a delightful dessert option that combines the richness of vanilla cream with the crunchiness of chocolate wafers. It is an easy-to-make pie that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. The pie requires minimal preparation time and can be enjoyed by all ages. Serve it chilled for the perfect ending to any meal. Try this delicious recipe today and indulge in the heavenly combination of vanilla cream and chocolate wafers.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
- Chocolate wafers for decoration
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the chocolate wafer crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Use the back of a spoon to firmly press the crumbs into place.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
- Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream and continue to whip until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in the melted chocolate chips until well combined.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
- Pour the vanilla cream mixture into the prepared chocolate wafer crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or until firm.
- Before serving, decorate the top of the pie with additional chocolate wafers.
- Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!
