Rich Chocolate Truffle Pie

Ingredients

12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips

1 1⁄2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided

1⁄4 cup sifted confectioners' sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 (9-inch) prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust

Directions

1. Gather all ingredients.

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

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

5. Spoon chocolate cream into crust.

6. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

7. Slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.