FAMILY FEATURES — Calling all chocolate lovers, not only is this chocolate silk pie rich with chocolate, it is easy to make when you need a quick dessert.

Chocolate silk pie

1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)

1 jar (7 ounces) marshmallow creme

1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips

1/4 cup butter, cubed

2 ounces unsweetened chocolate

2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee

1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Preheat to 450 F. Line pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake 8 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Meanwhile in a heavy saucepan, combine marshmallow creme, chocolate chips, butter and unsweetened chocolate.

Cook and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Fold in whipped cream then pour mixture into crust.

Topping

1 cup heavy whipping cream

2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar

Chocolate curls, optional

In a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners’ sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over filling.

Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving. Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.

— Try this recipe and more dessert recipes at culinary.net.