Large Hazelnut Caramel Crunch Cream Pie

This pie is made with Valrhona gianduja (hazelnut) chocolate, a crunchy layer of candied hazelnuts, and a generous helping of whipped cream.  It is then striped with salted caramel, more candied hazelnuts, and chocolate shavings. It's luscious, sweet, and rich without being overly heavy.  The tart crust features our flaky pie crust.

Serves 8-10 people

INGREDIENTS: Crust:  Wheat flour, butter, water, salt.

Filling: Valrhona hazelnut chocolate (may contain soy), egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, half and half, butter, salt.

Whipped Cream: Heavy cream and sugar.

Salted Caramel: Sugar, agave, water, heavy cream, butter, vanilla extract, salt.

Candied Hazelnuts: hazelnuts, cinnamon, sugar, egg whites, water, salt.

Chocolate Shavings: Valrhona Gunaja dark chocolate