Chocolate Brownie Pie has a flaky, buttery homemade pie crust filled with a gooey brownie batter. It is a versatile dessert that can be served warm or cold, and can be enjoyed on its own or paired with whipped cream, ice cream, or fresh berries.
I feel like I don't need to go into a whole lot of detail about this one. Brownies are delicious. Pies are delicious. Throw the best homemade brownie recipe into a flaky, buttery pie crust and it is guaranteed to be delicious. If you like more classic brownie recipes with no crust try out my Fudgy Brownies.
If you are looking for more tasty chocolate recipes check out this Chocolate Dipped Honeycomb Brittle, Caramel Chocolate Apple Galette, or Chocolate Puff Pastry Rolls.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- The combination of the gooey deep dish brownie filing and flaky pie crust is a perfect textural contrast. You can get a similar textural contrast in my Strawberry Pop-Tarts.
- Brownie Pie is versatile. You can add a lot of different mix-ins or toppings to change the flavor. Like this S'mores Brownie Pie!
- You can easily simplify if, if need be. You could use pre-made pie crust wtih brownie mix from the grocery store and throw this pie together in a matter of minutes. These Snickers Stuffed Peanut Butter Cookies can also be simplified just as easily!
Ingredients
- Measuring the all-purpose flour correctly is very important. I suggest weighing your flour out. If you want to use a measuring cup, make sure you spoon the flour into the cup and level it off with a knife. Don’t use the cup to scoop directly from the flour.
- The water needs to be cold. Add ice cubes until you are ready to add the water to the dry ingredients.
- Using a high-quality cocoa powder will lead to a better overall flavor. I also use cocoa powder in my Cherry Chocolate Brownies.
- I prefer semi-sweet chocolate chips, but you can use milk or dark chocolate. I If you’re wanting puddles of chocolate chop up a chocolate bar instead of using chocolate chips. I also use chocolate chips in my Chocolate Chip Cookies without Brown Sugar.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Substitutions and Variations
- If you are pressed for time you can use a boxed brownie mix and premade pie dough.
- You can mix in different nuts, like walnuts or pecans, to add extra crunch to the brownie pie recipe. I use pecans in my Pecan and Chocolate Chip Cookies.
- The flaky pie crust can be replaced with a graham cracker crust. I also use a graham cracker crust in this Cinnamon Roll Cheesecake.
- You could bake mini pies in a mini muffin tin. Like in this Mini Pecan Pie Recipe.
- Homemade or store bought caramel can be drizzled on top to further sweeten the pie. This would make the pie similar to my Caramel Stuffed Brownies.
This recipe has not been tested with other substitutions or variations. If you replace or add any ingredients, please let us know how it turned out in the comments below!
Step-By-Step Instructions
STEP 1: In a medium bowl combine the flour and salt.
STEP 2: Add the cold butter. Using clean hands work it into the flour until the texture is like breadcrumbs. There can be a few large chunks left.
STEP 3: Slowly drizzle the cold water in a little at a time, working it into the dough. When the dough begins to clump together stop adding water.
STEP 4: Turn the dough out onto a clean and floured surface and bring the dough together until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated.
STEP 5: Form the dough into a disc shape and cover. Chill for at least 2 hours.
STEP 6: Spray a pie dish with non-stick spray. Set aside.
STEP 7: Place the dough on a clean and floured surface and begin to roll it out. The dough should be about ⅛ inch thick.
STEP 8: Pick the dough up by rolling it around the rolling pin and then unrolling it over the pie dish. Adjust the dough so that it lays flat against the pie dish. You can cut off or crimp the edges to your liking. Use any excess pie dough to make these Pie Crust Cookies! Place the dish in the fridge while you make the filling.
STEP 10: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees (F).
STEP 11: In a medium bowl combine the melted butter and brown sugar. When fully combined add the eggs and vanilla. Beat until fully combined and light in color.
STEP 12: In a small bowl combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk to combine and remove any lumps.
STEP 13: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Don’t overmix or you will have a tougher brownie filling.
STEP 14: Fold the chocolate chips into the mixture and pour into the prepared pie dough.
STEP 15: Bake the pie for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the pie comes out with only a few moist crumbs. Bake the pie for less time if you want the filling to be gooey.
STEP 16: Remove from oven and allow to cool. Dust with powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream before serving.
Expert Tips
- Add chunks of chocolate on top before baking. This will give you those incredible puddles of chocolate on top of the brownie pie.
- Sprinkle the pie with flaky sea salt before serving. Salt complements chocolate perfectly and will really bring out the flavor.
- Use an oven thermometer. Most ovens run either hot or cold. Using an oven thermometer ensures that you are baking your brownies at the perfect temperature.
- Weigh your ingredients. One of the most common baking mistakes that I see is measuring incorrectly, especially with flour. The best way to get accurate measurements every time is to weigh them with a kitchen scale.
- Don't overmix. You need to mix your batter until all of the ingredients are JUST combined, otherwise, you will make too much gluten and your brownie filling will be like cake instead of fudgy.
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely!
Definitely!
Yes, it can. You can make the whole pie and place it in the fridge for up to two days before baking or in the freezer for up to two months before baking.
You either added too much flour (this is why I recommend weighing your ingredients), over baked the pie, or mixed the filling too much. It's important to only mix enough to incorporate the ingredients, otherwise too much gluten is created and it can make the brownie pie tough.
Room Temperature: It is best to store the chocolate brownie pie at room temperature in an airtight container. It is best eaten in two days, but can last up to five.
Refrigerator: If stored correctly in an airtight container the pie will last up to 1 week in the fridge.
Freezer: I recommend cutting the pie into slices, wrapping each in plastic wrap and freezing for up to two months.
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Recipe
Chocolate Brownie Pie
Ingredients
For Pie Crust:
- 1 ¼ cup (158 grams) all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 9 tablespoons (127 grams) unsalted butter cold and cubed
- ¼ cup ice water
For Filling:
- 12 tablespoons (170 grams) unsalted butter melted
- 1 ¼ cup (226 grams) brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (90 grams) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (42 grams) cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (170 grams) chocolate chips
- powdered sugar as needed
Instructions
For Pie Crust:
- In a medium bowl combine the flour and salt.
- Add the cold butter. Using clean hands work it into the flour until it is a coarse texture with a few larger chunks.
- Slowly drizzle the cold water in a little bit at a time, working it into the dough. When the dough begins to clump together stop adding water.
- Form the dough into a disc shape and cover. Chill for at least 2 hours.
- Spray a pie dish with non-stick spray. Set aside.
- Place the dough on a clean and floured surface and begin to roll it out. The dough should be about ⅛ of an inch thick.
- Pick the dough up by rolling it around your rolling pin and then unrolling it over the pie dish. Adjust the dough so that it lays flat against the pie dish. You can cut off or crimp the edges to your liking.
- Place the crust in the fridge until ready to use.
For Brownie Filling:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees (F).
- In a medium bowl mix with a hand mixer combine the melted butter and brown sugar. When fully combined add the eggs and vanilla. Beat until fully combined and light in color.
- In a small bowl combine the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk to combine and remove any lumps.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Fold the chocolate chips into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the pie dough. Bake the pie for 50-55 or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the pie comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- The provided nutrition information is an estimate. The calorie accuracy is not guaranteed.
- Add chunks of chocolate on top before baking. This will give you those incredible puddles of chocolate on top of the brownie pie.
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MikE says
one of The richest things i have ever baked. So delicious i love the chocolate flAvors combined with the flaky buttery pie crust. Unfortunately om the only one in mY household who loves ChocolaTe so i must bE Careful mAkinG this delicious desseRt.
BRITTANY says
What A fun spin on pie! nice balance between the sweetness of the Brownie and savory buttery pie crust. Great recipe!
AmIna says
Can i Use a ready made pIE instead?
Ellie Haley says
Absolutely!
Max says
Can i put the Pie and filling together in the fridge before baking it. For example do it in the morning then leave it in tHe fridge Until dinner?
Karla Cardella says
Such a greaT, comforting recipe. The crust turned out Super flaky and the brownie is the perfect fUdgey consistency. Will make again!
Fay says
The recipe was easy and turned out perfectly!it was so yummy,thank you for sharing it..
Robin says
If you love brownies and you love pie, this recipe is for you. The brownie is rich and chocolately and nothing beats a homemade pie crust. Plus, it was super simple to make. Great recipe!
Meredith says
Loved this recipe! I added about Two teaspoons of espresso powder and topped with a bourbon whipped cream! Yum!
Sloane says
Such an amazing recipe! Nothing better than a flaky, buttery pie crust and a rich, chocolatey brownie filling!
Cooking with corinne says
will be RECOMMENding this recipe to everyone i know!! so moist and DELIcious, and the recipe itself is simple. Thanks FOr sharing!
Sara says
I work in a bakery and Use this bakery aT leAst once a week.. sells out Every time!! Literally the best Pie recipe i’ve Used to date. Definitely reCommend letting It rest for the entirEty of the two hours. 1000/10 stars.
Mandira Ravindranath says
This turned out perfectly and was much appreciated by our guests At christmas dinner! Thank yoU for the lovely recIpe. ♥️
Dani says
Really want tO make this! Was just Wondering if yOu Measure the butter beFore or after melting?
Virginia’s Kitchen says
This recipe was so easy and turned out great! It is exactly how it sounds: a rich brownie on the inside and flaky pie crust in the outside. I only wish I had thought to buy milk to drink with it!!
Solomiya says
Amazing recipe! Simple but so delicious 😋 I and my family really loved every bite of this pie, thank you so much for the recipe❤️