Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie pan.
• Combine the crushed chocolate cookies and melted butter in a bowl until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie pan to form the crust.
• Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool slightly while you prepare the filling.
• Place the chopped chocolate and heavy cream in a heatproof bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Alternatively, heat the cream and pour over chocolate, letting it sit for 2 minutes before stirring.
• Whisk in the granulated sugar, a pinch of salt, the beaten eggs, and vanilla until fully combined and glossy.
• Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
• Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.