Magnificent Mocha Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 cup sugar and baking powder in a small bowl.
2. 2
   Stir well and set aside.
3. 3
   Beat egg whites and salt at a high speed of an electric mixer until foamy.
4. 4
   Gradually add the reserved sugar mixture, 1 tbsp at a time, beating until stif peaks form and the sugar dissloves (2 to 4 minutes).
5. 5
   Gently fold in graham cracker crumbs, 4 ounces of grated chocolate, pecans, and 1 tsp vanilla.
6. 6
   Spoon into a buttered 10-inch pie plate.
7. 7
   Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes or until lightly browned.
8. 8
   Cool completely on a wire rack.
9. 9
   Combine the remaining 1 tsp vanilla, coffee granules and water, stirring until the coffee granules dissolve.
10. 10
    Combine coffee misture, whipping cream, and powdered sugar in a large mixing bowl.
11. 11
    Cover and chill at least 2 hours.
12. 12
    Beat the whipping cream mixture until stiff peaks form; spoon into the center of the pie.
13. 13
    Spread evenly, leaving a 1 inch border around the edge of the pie.
14. 14
    Sprinkle with 2 oz grated chocolate.
15. 15
    Cover and chill 1 hour.