Description
This Hot Fudge Pie recipe is a decadent, gooey chocolate dessert perfect for chocolate lovers. It features a rich, fudgy texture achieved by gently mixing cocoa powder, butter, sugar, and eggs, then baking in a pie pan until the center is set. Serve warm for best enjoyment.
Ingredients
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Pie Ingredients
- 1 stick butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to heat up while preparing the pie mixture.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together for about 3 minutes until the mixture is fluffy.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Incorporate the eggs and vanilla extract by mixing gently by hand until the ingredients are well combined.
- Add the dry ingredients: Stir in the cocoa powder, salt, and all-purpose flour by hand. Mixing by hand helps preserve the pie’s gooey texture and prevents it from becoming cakey.
- Prepare the pie pan: Grease an 8-inch pie pan thoroughly using butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Pour and bake: Pour the prepared mixture into the greased pie pan and smooth the top evenly. Bake at 350°F for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the pie’s center is set but still fudgy.
- Cool slightly: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. This allows the gooey texture to settle before serving.
Notes
- For a richer chocolate flavor, you can use Dutch-process cocoa powder instead of natural cocoa powder.
- Do not overmix once the flour is added to maintain the gooey texture.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of whipped cream for an indulgent treat.
- The pie can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; reheat gently before serving.
