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Get your chocolate fix with this delectable Fudgy Brownie Pie! Easy and a crowd-pleaser! Wedges of this rich pie will thrill any chocoholic.

A simple pastry crust is filled with rich, dense chocolate brownie batter before baking it into a decadent, chocolate lovers’ dessert!

Fudgy Brownie Pie wedge topped with ice cream on a white dessert plate.
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1 Why You Must Make
2 Ingredient Notes:
3 Expert Tips
4 Frequently Asked Questions
5 You May Also Like:
6 Fudgy Brownie Pie

Why You Must Make

I am pretty much guaranteed a happy family when I bake up either chocolate chip cookies or brownies. Granted, both have to be nut-free, and if I happen to work in frosting or extra chocolate, the praise is magnified. But sometimes I need to shake things up a bit.

How about baking brownies as a pie filling? And topping it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream? Yes, you guessed it. This fudgy brownie pie drew accolades from the entire family.

  • This is a “fancier” way to serve brownies! Still a comforting dessert, but a little more elegant.
  • Chocolate Chips are added to the brownie batter to give an even bigger dose of chocolate. White chocolate chips, toasted nuts, or chocolate chunks are other additions to consider!
  • For a casual meal, serve the wedges plain. If serving this to dinner guests, break out some different flavors of ice cream and toppings!
  • You could even pipe some chocolate frosting around the edge of the crust for a wow factor!!

Ingredient Notes:

  • Kitchen Staples – Sugar, Eggs, Flour (affiliate link)
  • Unbaked Pastry Shell – A good-quality store-bought pie crust is fine. Regular, not deep dish.
  • Semi-Sweet Chocolate (affiliate link) – I use Ghirardelli bars because they’re higher quality. In a pinch, chocolate chips can be used.
  • Butter – I use salted. If you prefer unsalted, add a little more salt to the batter.
  • Vanilla Extract (affiliate link) – Always use pure vanilla extract, never artificial vanilla, for the tastiest results
  • Salt – Salt is a flavor enhancer. Your desserts will taste flat without salt. I prefer table salt for baking because its grains are finer than those of kosher salt and will disperse more easily.
A slice of Fudgy Brownie Pie topped with ice cream and caramel sauce.

Expert Tips

This is a super-easy recipe, even if you make your own pastry crust. Plus, the one-bowl brownie filling only takes minutes to prepare!

  • This fudgy brownie recipe is one of my favorites. Just melt the chocolate and butter in the microwave and stir in the rest of the ingredients. Pour into the pie shell and bake! So simple and perfect for chocoholics!
  • PRO-Tip: To cut perfect slices, chill your brownie pie first. Bring to room temperature before serving to get the full fudginess of this dessert.
  • Top with vanilla ice cream and fudge sauce or sweetened whipped cream and fresh raspberries. Your fudgy brownie pie will be a dessert to remember!
Fudgy Brownie Pie on a fancy white plate with raspberries and a red handled fork.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can You Bake a Brownie in a Pie Pan?

Yes, and you don’t even need to use a pie crust. Just grease the pie plate for easier removal. You may need to adjust the baking time depending on the recipe. Once you hone in on the proper baking time for your brownies in a pie pan, make sure to make a note of it for your next batch.

How Long Do You Bake a Brownie Pie?

This recipe takes about 40 minutes for the brownies to set and the pie crust to brown. The timing will vary depending on your oven and the recipe you use for your filling. You’ll know the pie is done when the middle of the brownies looks set, you smell the delicious aroma of baked brownies, and the pie crust is lightly browned. You can use a toothpick to check the middle of the pie. If it comes out with batter on it, you’ll need to continue to bake and recheck.

How Do You Serve this Chocolate Pie Recipe?

Cut into wedges just like any other pie. Serve plain or go wild with the toppings: ice cream, whipped cream, berries, sauces, etc.

Fudgy Brownie Pie in white, fluted ceramic pie plate.

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Fudgy Brownie Pie wedge topped with ice cream on a white dessert plate
The Recipe:

Fudgy Brownie Pie

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Yield 8 servings

Brownie batter baked in a pastry shell for an irresistible chocolate pie!

5.0 Stars (30 Reviews)

Ingredients

  • One unbaked 9-inch pastry shell (not deep dish), homemade or store-bought
  • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • ½ cup (1 stick ) butter, cut into tablespoons
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • ¾ cup flour
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. If using homemade pie crust, fit it into a 9-inch pie plate. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350º
  2. Combine chocolate and butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in the microwave using 30-second increments till the chocolate is melted, stirring frequently. Mix in sugar and let cool for a couple of minutes
  3. Whisk in eggs and vanilla, then stir in flour and salt until combined.
  4. Pour into pie crust and bake for 40 minutes or until crust is brown and the top of brownies appears set. Cool to room temperature.
  5. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.

Notes

Add some toasted nuts for a Derby Pie!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1 slice
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 285Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 73mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 2gSugar: 34gProtein: 5g

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© Liz Berg
Cuisine: American / Category: Brownies