Fort Knox Pie

By: Anna Dunlap

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My Grandmother makes this really good Fort Knox Pie every thanksgiving.

Ingredients:

Crust:

2 cups oreo crumbs

3/4 cup chopped pecans

1/2 cup melted butter

Filling:

1 envelope Knox unflavored gelatin

1/4 cup cold water

2 cups whipping cream, divided

6 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips

2 eggs

1 tsp. vanilla extract

1 cup of caramels

2 tbsp. butter

Combine oreo crumbs, pecans, and butter. Press into pie pan and up sides to form a rim. Bake at 350º for 10 minutes. Cool.

In a pan, sprinkle gelatin into water. Stir over low heat until completely dissolved. Stir in 1 cup cream. Add into a blender with chocolate. Process until chocolate is melted. While processing, add 1/2 cup cream, eggs, and vanilla. Process until blended. Pour into a bowl. Chill for about 15 to 20 minutes. In a small pan, combine caramels, 1/4 cup cream, and butter. Stir until the caramels are melted. Pour onto crust. Let cool for about 10 minutes. With a whisk or spoon, beat the gelatin mixture until smooth. Chill until it is firm. Finish with whipped cream on top.