GoGo's Coffee Toffee Pie

a coffee toffee pie topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings on a neutral-colored plate; a small bowl of whole coffee beans is in the background

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3.72 from 7 votes

Prep Time3 25

Cook Time15

Course: Dessert

Servings:

Author: Alex Snodgrass

Ingredients

For the Crust:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup very finely chopped walnuts
1 ounce semisweet chocolate finely grated
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1 stick 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 large egg

For the Filling:

1 stick 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup light brown sugar
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate melted and cooled
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
2 large eggs (see note)

For the Topping:

1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons Kahlúa
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Grated chocolate for garnish
Fresh strawberries for garnish, optional

Instructions

Make the Crust:

In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, walnuts, ground chocolate, and salt. Cut in the butter and egg using a fork until a crumbly dough forms. Press the mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie pan. Carefully cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 to 4 hours.
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F. Prick the crust all over with a fork and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool completely.

Prepare the Filling:

In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the cooled melted chocolate and instant coffee, mixing until smooth. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated and fluffy. Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Note: At this stage, the pie can be covered tightly and frozen for later. It keeps beautifully in the freezer!

Whip the Topping:

In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream with the Kahlúa and powdered sugar until soft peaks form, 5 to 6 minutes. Spoon or pipe over the chilled pie. Garnish with grated chocolate and fresh strawberries, if desired.

Notes

Egg Note: For extra precaution, use high-quality, pasteurized eggs to reduce the risk of illness. Please note that consuming raw eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially for young children, pregnant individuals, older adults, and those with weakened immune systems.

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