Rich Chocolate Truffle Pie

Ingredients

• 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
• 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream , divided
• 0.25 cups sifted confectioners' sugar
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust , 9-inch

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Combine chocolate chips and 1/2 of the cream in a microwave-safe dish; cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Stir in sugar and vanilla. Set aside.

3. 3

   Beat remaining cream in a bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.

4. 4

   Beat in chocolate mixture on high speed, 1/3 at a time.

5. 5

   Spoon chocolate cream into crust.

6. 6

   Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

7. 7

   Slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.