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White Chocolate Macadamia Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Wesley
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes (pie crust baking)
  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A decadent White Chocolate Macadamia Pie featuring a creamy white chocolate filling studded with toasted macadamia nuts, set in a flaky buttery pie crust, and topped with a rich chocolate ganache and whipped cream garnished with extra macadamias. Perfect for special occasions or dessert lovers craving a luscious, nutty treat.

Ingredients

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White Chocolate Cream Filling:

  • 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
  • 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cup white chocolate, melted
  • 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
  • 1 cup heavy cream, divided
  • 3/4 cup macadamia nuts, chopped

Chocolate Ganache:

  • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Garnish (optional):

  • 1 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons macadamia nuts

Pie Crust:

  • Use the butter flaky pie crust recipe from https://www.modernhoney.com/butter-flaky-pie-crust/

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pie Crust: Bake the pie crust according to the provided recipe directions until golden and flaky. Allow the crust to cool completely before filling to ensure a firm base.
  2. Make Cream Cheese Mixture: In a mixer, cream together the softened cream cheese, butter, and sugar for about 4 minutes until light and fluffy, creating a smooth base for the filling.
  3. Melt White Chocolate: Slowly melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or microwave at 50% power in 30-second increments, then 15-second intervals to avoid burning. Stir frequently until silky and smooth.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Add the melted white chocolate to the cream cheese mixture and mix well. Stir in freshly grated orange zest, chopped macadamia nuts, and 1/3 cup of the heavy cream. Mix thoroughly to incorporate all flavors.
  5. Whip Remaining Cream: Using a stand or hand mixer, whip the remaining 2/3 cup heavy cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the white chocolate cream mixture to add lightness and volume.
  6. Assemble Pie: Spread the white chocolate cream filling evenly into the pre-baked pie crust. Cover the pie and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours to set. Before adding ganache, chill the pie for 15 minutes in the freezer to firm up.
  7. Prepare Chocolate Ganache: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate and 1/2 cup heavy cream together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until the mixture is smooth, glossy, and silky.
  8. Add Ganache Topping: Pour the warm ganache evenly over the chilled pie surface, spreading carefully to the edges with a spatula. This layer adds a rich chocolate contrast to the creamy filling.
  9. Make Whipped Cream Garnish: Beat 1 1/2 cup heavy cream with 1/2 cup powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Transfer to a piping bag and pipe decorative edges around the pie.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped macadamia nuts over the whipped cream. Refrigerate the completed pie until ready to serve to keep all components fresh and set.

Notes

  • Be cautious when melting white chocolate to prevent burning; low heat and gradual increments are key.
  • Chilling the pie for several hours is essential for proper setting of the cream filling and ganache layers.
  • Use freshly grated orange zest for the best vibrant citrus flavor.
  • The pie crust recipe should be prepared separately as per the linked instructions for the flakiest results.
  • Garnishing with whipped cream and macadamia nuts is optional but adds beautiful presentation and texture contrast.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
  • Calories: 430
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 33g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg

Find it online: https://lickplates.com/white-chocolate-macadamia-pie-recipe/