Description
Indulge in this decadent hot fudge pie, a rich and gooey dessert that’s a cross between a brownie and a flourless cake. With its crackly top and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate center, it’s a surefire hit for any chocolate lover. Ideal for a quick dessert fix or a show-stopping finale, this easy recipe uses pantry staples and is perfect for everything from cozy nights to special celebrations. Whether you’re searching for quick breakfast ideas, easy dessert recipes, or crowd-pleasing food ideas, this pie hits all the right notes.
Ingredients
1 cup butter
2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
4 large eggs
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in sugar and cocoa powder until smooth.
2. Let the mixture cool slightly, then whisk in the eggs one at a time until glossy.
3. Gently fold in the flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Do not overmix.
4. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch pie pan and smooth the top. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, until the top is set but the center is still gooey.
5. Let the pie cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Don’t overbake if you want a gooey center—watch for a slightly jiggly middle.
For deeper flavor, try Dutch-processed cocoa or add a splash of espresso.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: chocolate dessert, easy dessert, hot fudge pie, gooey brownies, flourless cake