Rich, smooth, and silky—French silk pie is the chocolate dessert that doesn’t mess around. And when you make it mini, it becomes not just delicious, but downright irresistible. These Mini French Silk Pies are the perfect way to satisfy your chocolate craving in just the right portion. Velvety chocolate filling, a crisp cookie crust, and fluffy whipped cream topping come together in an indulgent dessert that feels fancy but is incredibly simple to make.
This recipe takes the classic French silk pie and breaks it down into individual servings that are perfect for dinner parties, holiday spreads, or when you just want a little something sweet. The mini size also makes them a huge hit with kids, and they look amazing on a dessert table.
French silk pie is known for its ultra-smooth chocolate filling. It’s rich without being heavy, sweet without being cloying. That balance is what sets it apart from other chocolate desserts. The name “silk” isn’t just for show—each bite glides across your palate in the most satisfying way.
Here, we skip raw eggs and use a gentle stovetop method with melted chocolate and butter to get that same creamy consistency without any safety concerns. The filling is cooled and piped into mini graham cracker crusts, then chilled until firm. Each one is topped with a generous swirl of whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
You don’t need a mixer or a lot of equipment. You don’t need fancy ingredients. What you do need is a love of chocolate and about 40 minutes of time.
These pies store well in the fridge, so you can make them a day or two in advance. They travel beautifully and don’t require any last-minute prep. Just chill, top, and serve.
With a crumbly graham cracker or Oreo-style crust and a dark chocolate center, each bite offers a contrast of textures: the snap of crust, the softness of mousse, and the cool whipped topping.
The presentation is a 10 out of 10. Serve them in mini ramekins, cupcake liners, or mini tart pans for a look that’s as polished as it is practical. These are make-ahead magic.
You can also play around with the base—graham cracker, chocolate cookie, or vanilla wafer all work. Want extra crunch? Add chopped pecans or a pretzel crumble to the crust.
They’re decadent enough to impress, small enough to eat in a few bites, and easy enough to make any day of the week. A true win.
If you’re looking for a no-bake chocolate dessert that punches above its weight class, this is your new go-to. It’s the perfect mix of elegance, ease, and deep chocolate satisfaction.
Make a dozen and you’ll see—they disappear fast. Good thing they’re easy to make again.
Whether it’s for the holidays, a birthday, or just a Tuesday night sweet tooth, Mini French Silk Pies deliver every time.
Servings
12 mini pies
Time
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Ingredients
Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker or chocolate cookie crumbs
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
Filling:
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 oz unsweetened chocolate, chopped
- 2 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
Topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- Chocolate curls or shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (if baking crusts). Mix crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
- Press mixture into mini tart pans, ramekins, or a muffin tin lined with cupcake liners. Bake for 8 minutes or refrigerate for 30 minutes if using no-bake crust.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter and stir in sugar until dissolved. Add both chocolates, vanilla, and salt. Stir until smooth. Let cool.
- In a separate bowl, beat 1 cup heavy cream to stiff peaks. Once chocolate mixture is fully cooled, fold in whipped cream until smooth and silky.
- Pipe or spoon filling into cooled crusts. Smooth the tops.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
- Before serving, whip remaining heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form.
- Top each mini pie with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings.
Tips
- Use good quality chocolate for best flavor.
- Make the crusts and filling a day ahead to save time.
- Let the chocolate mixture cool completely before folding in the whipped cream.
- To easily make chocolate curls, run a vegetable peeler along the edge of a chocolate bar.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It’s mini, it’s chocolatey, it’s perfectly portioned. These pies are rich and creamy without being too heavy, and they make an elegant dessert for any event.
These Mini French Silk Pies are rich, silky, and oh-so-chocolatey. With an easy crust and a luscious filling, they’re the perfect make-ahead treat for parties or weeknight indulgence.
