Step 1

Bake a homemade pie crust or use a Pillsbury refrigerated crust and make according to package directions for a fully baked crust. Set aside to cool.

Step 2

Melt the chocolate and set aside to cool completely.

Step 3

Beat sugar and butter on medium high until light and fluffy, about 6-7 minutes.

Step 4

Add cooled chocolate and vanilla and beat until incorporated.

Step 5

Add eggs, two at a time, beating a full 5 minutes after each addition.

Step 6

Pour filling into cooled pie crust.

Step 7

Beat whipping cream and powdered sugar with a whisk attachment on medium-high speed until stiff peaks just begin to form. Add prepared whipped topping to top of pie.

Step 8

You can garnish with shaved bittersweet chocolate as well.