Fudgy Brownie Pie
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!
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.
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!
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
Cut into wedges just like any other pie. Serve plain or go wild with the toppings: ice cream, whipped cream, berries, sauces, etc.
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Fudgy Brownie Pie
Brownie batter baked in a pastry shell for an irresistible chocolate pie!
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
- If using homemade pie crust, fit it into a 9-inch pie plate. Set aside. Preheat oven to 350º
- 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
- Whisk in eggs and vanilla, then stir in flour and salt until combined.
- 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.
- Serve with ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Add some toasted nuts for a Derby Pie!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1 sliceAmount Per Serving: Calories: 285Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 73mgCarbohydrates: 51gFiber: 2gSugar: 34gProtein: 5g
46 Comments on “Fudgy Brownie Pie”
OMG! That is the best looking pie ever! Looks so delicious, I wish I could take a giant bite now.
Thanks so much for sharing,
Julie
Gourmet Getaways
Brownie Pie – what’s not to LOVE!!! Looks awesome.
I love brownie pie! what an easy recipe, too! Thanx for posting!
Oh my word, Liz. I think you’ve just combined two of my favorite desserts into one amazing monster dessert. I NEED this in my life! Fantastic!
Brownie is good with anything, but putting in a pie is so clever! This is a perfect ending to any meal.
Hi Liz, this would be a home run in my family, anything brownie and pie, yum!
This sound wonderful but honestly I don’t need the crust, I’d be happy with just the brownie. YUM!
This is a very clever idea! Two of my favorite desserts in one!
looks so good Liz!
My mother in law used to make a brownie pie. I think your recipe looks much simpler! Can’t wait to try it. My husband could use some good memories!
Love love love that you used a prepared pie crust for this. Brownies certainly get so many more oohs and aahs when it’s in pie form! <3
A brownie pie?! Liz, this is brilliant, love this!
yes, chocolate is always a win 😉 This pie looks so decadent and perfect!
Brownie pie? Genius… and I can see why it received accolades from your toughest critics.
And can we talk about that crust. . .it is so beautiful. I am assuming you made it as I have never seen store bought crust that looks this divine.
Dear Lizzy, this looks like such a rich and indulgent treat. I love brownie pie..the whipped cream brings it all together. xo, Catherine
Anything brownie is good and this looks delicious The fact that it’s quick and easy is an added bonus.
I like pie in all shapes and forms, sounds great:@)
I’m back ! I missed your delicious desserts Liz!! These tarte looks terrific, it’s perfect for the “rentrée”!
This would be perfect for the holidays in a few months!!
Brownie pie?! Have never heard of it! But everything what says brownie is good 😀