Description
This classic Hot Fudge Pie is a rich, fudgy dessert with a gooey center and a slightly firm crust. Made with simple ingredients like butter, sugar, eggs, and cocoa powder, this pie bakes up perfectly soft and chocolatey, ideal for serving warm with ice cream or chocolate sauce for an indulgent treat.
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
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch pie pan thoroughly with butter or nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This process usually takes about 3 minutes and is essential for a smooth texture.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: By hand, mix in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated. Stir gently to maintain the lightness of the batter.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the cocoa powder, salt, and flour into the wet mixture. Stir these in by hand using a spatula or spoon to keep the batter smooth and fudgy, avoiding the use of an electric mixer here.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the completed batter into the prepared pie pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes. The pie is done when the center is set and the edges are firm to touch.
- Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm to enjoy the gooey texture, optionally accompanied by a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for extra indulgence.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter to ensure proper creaming.
- Do not overmix after adding the dry ingredients to maintain a fudgy consistency.
- The pie is best served warm to experience its gooey center.
- Adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chocolate sauce elevates the flavor.
- This recipe yields 8 servings, perfect for sharing at gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
