Description
Tricia’s Fantastic Fudge Pie is a rich and gooey chocolate dessert that’s easy to make with a simple combination of cocoa, butter, sugar, and eggs baked into a flaky pie crust. Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings, this indulgent pie offers a fudgy center that can be enjoyed warm or chilled, and pairs beautifully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Pie Crust
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking.
- Make Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This forms the base of the fudge filling.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to combine thoroughly and help the filling set properly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and salt until the batter is smooth and fully blended with no lumps.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the prepared chocolate mixture into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust and smooth out the top evenly.
- Bake: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is just set. A toothpick inserted should come out with moist crumbs but not wet batter, indicating a fudgy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before serving for a warm, gooey consistency, or chill it for a firmer slice. Optionally, serve with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, chopped nuts, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for added indulgence.
Notes
- Serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- You can also top with chopped nuts or drizzle with chocolate sauce for added texture and flavor.
