Description
A rich, indulgent chocolate pie with a fudgy center and crisp crust, perfect for chocolate lovers and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup bittersweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the rack is positioned in the center of the oven for even baking.
- Prepare the chocolate mixture: Melt the butter and bittersweet chocolate together in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each interval until completely smooth. Allow the mixture to cool slightly so it doesn’t cook the eggs when combined.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined and no lumps remain.
- Combine all ingredients: Pour the slightly cooled melted chocolate mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until everything is well incorporated and the batter is smooth and glossy.
- Fill the pie crust: Carefully pour the chocolate filling into the pre-baked pie crust, using a spatula to smooth the top for an even finish.
- Bake the pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes. The pie is ready when the edges are set but the center still has a slight jiggle to it. This ensures the fudgy texture that makes this pie special.
- Cool before serving: Allow the pie to cool for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing. This helps the filling set enough to cut cleanly while still remaining warm and gooey in the center.
Notes
- For an extra decadent experience, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or freshly whipped cream.
- The pie will continue to set as it cools. For a more solid texture, you can refrigerate it completely.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a deeper chocolate flavor, consider using high-quality dark chocolate with 70% cocoa content.
- A pinch of espresso powder added to the filling will enhance the chocolate flavor without adding coffee taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg