Gooey Brownie Pie

 This dessert perfectly marries a fudgy brownie with a sliceable pie—featuring a rich, chocolatey batter that bakes up with crisp edges and a luxuriously soft, gooey center. Simple to make and endlessly adaptable, it’s a crowd-pleasing treat that’s sure to satisfy any chocolate craving.

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter

• ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

• 2 large eggs

• ¾ cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• ¼ cup all-purpose flour

• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prep
   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish.

2. Melt Chocolate & Butter
   In a microwave-safe bowl, melt butter and chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients
   In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and vanilla until well combined and slightly frothy.

4. Combine
   Slowly pour the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.

5. Add Dry Ingredients
   Sift in cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Stir gently until just combined and no streaks remain.

6. Bake
   Pour batter into prepared pie dish and spread evenly. Bake 25–30 minutes, until edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.

7. Cool & Serve
   Let cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream.

Variations & Toppings

• Nutty Crunch: Fold in ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans.

• Swirled Flavor: Dollop caramel or peanut butter onto the batter and gently swirl with a knife before baking.

• Extra Indulgence: Top with whipped cream, chocolate sauce, or a sprinkle of flaky sea salt.

• Chocolate Swap: Use dark or white chocolate chips, or swap cocoa powder for dutch-processed for deeper flavor.

Helpful Tips

• Chocolate Quality: For best flavor, use high-quality chocolate chips or baking chocolate.

• Don’t Overbake: The center should still be soft when removed from the oven—it will set as it cools.

• Serving Suggestion: Let pie cool slightly before serving for cleaner slices and richer flavor.

• Storage: Keep covered at room temperature up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Whether you enjoy it plain, dressed up with toppings, or straight from the pan, this Gooey Brownie Pie is a truly decadent and easy-to-make dessert perfect for any occasion.