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It's pretty amazing when a dessert is both like a brownie and a pie. This fudgy brownie pie has melty chocolate goodness all the way through, crackly edges on top, and the middle stays nice and soft. It's straightforward to make and always feels special. Enjoy it plain or go all out with a scoop of ice cream on top!
My crew was hooked after the first bite. I threw it together for a movie night, and now it’s what we bake any time someone wants chocolate.
Dreamy Ingredients
- Semi sweet chocolate chips: melt some for the base, then toss in more for gooey chocolate puddles Go for high quality with loads of chocolate flavor
- Butter: keeps things moist and rich European butter gives even more flavor
- Sugar: sweetens things up and helps that shiny top
- Eggs: make everything come together and the texture stay smooth Always use fresh eggs for the best results
- Salt: cuts the sweetness and brings out flavor Don’t skip it Fine sea salt is a winner
- Vanilla extract: bumps up the depth Pure vanilla gives incredible aroma
- All purpose flour: holds the filling together, but it won’t taste dry Measure lightly—just scoop and level
- Baking powder: adds just a bit of rise so it doesn't turn out dense
Step by Step Instructions
- Serve with Toppings
- Once it's cooled down, finish off with a scoop of ice cream, lots of whipped cream, or some warm fudge
- Cool Completely
- Leave your brownie pie in the pan on a rack to cool down so it firms up and all the fudgy texture comes through
- Bake the Pie
- Pour the batter in your buttered pan Spread it smooth Bake at 350 for about 35-40 minutes, until the top is cracking and the middle puffs up The center should still jiggle but sets up as it cools
- Fold In Dry Ingredients
- Sprinkle in flour, baking powder, and salt Gently fold with a spatula Don’t overmix Add your reserved chocolate chips and mix in gently for pockets of melted chocolate
- Add Melted Chocolate Mixture
- Slowly stir the cooled-down chocolate and butter mixture into your egg mix—you want to keep it light and fluffy
- Beat Eggs Sugar and Vanilla
- In your mixer bowl or with a hand mixer, whip eggs, sugar, and vanilla for a few minutes You’re looking for a thick, pale, airy texture This is what gives that shiny top
- Melt the Chocolate and Butter
- Put 6 tablespoons butter and 2 cups chocolate chips in a heat-safe bowl Melt them together in the microwave at half power, 30 seconds at a time, or over a gentle water bath Stir until super smooth Let it sit a minute to cool a bit
- Prep the Pan
- Grease a 9-inch pie dish (or springform pan) with lots of butter or nonstick spray to stop sticking and help the edges get crispy
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The best part is swirling hot fudge all over the top before serving. Every bite is extra rich. I once brought it over for family game night and we skipped dinner, just so we could eat this instead!
How to Store It
Let it cool totally before you cover it up and keep on the counter up to two days. It stays moist that whole time. For longer storage, wrap up individual pieces and freeze them. The slices thaw out nicely.
Ingredient Swaps
Want a richer bite? Swap in dark chocolate chips. Prefer sweeter? Try milk chocolate. You can switch the regular flour for gluten free, no problem. If you’re into nuts, toss in chopped walnuts or pecans for some crunch.
Ways to Serve
Warm up a slice and add a big scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of caramel. If you’re hosting, cut into bitesized squares and stack them up for guests. Fresh berries make a fun and fresh combo, too.
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Where It's From
This brownie pie is like a mash-up of two American classics—old-school brownies and homey pie. It’s a nod to nostalgia, perfect for holidays or just hanging out with family on the weekend.
FAQs About the Recipe
- → How do you make that gooey middle happen?
If you don't bake it too long, the top gets crisp while the inside stays dreamy and soft. That's how you end up with that gooey bite.
- → Can I toss in other kinds of chocolate chips?
Go for it! Mix together semi-sweet, dark, or some white chocolate chips if you're after something creamier or extra sweet.
- → What's the easiest way to melt butter with chocolate?
Pop them together over a pan with boiling water or microwave at half-power in short bursts. Give it a stir now and then so nothing burns and everything melts smooth.
- → Do I have to use a spring form pan?
You can just use a regular pie dish if that's what you have. The spring form only makes it a bit simpler when you want to move or dish up slices.
- → What's the best way to serve up this brownie pie?
Let it cool off before cutting, then add a big scoop of vanilla ice cream or pour on some hot fudge for a truly special treat.