Decadent Chocolate Fudge Pie

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup (200g) dark chocolate, chopped 1 cup (200g) dark chocolate, chopped
• ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup (30g) cocoa powder ¼ cup (30g) cocoa powder
• ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour ¼ cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon salt
• Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional) Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving (optional)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 22g, 13g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 44g, 30g
• Protein: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 0.3g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. 2.
   In a food processor, combine the flour, cold cubed butter, sugar, and salt. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. 3.
   Press the crust mixture into a 9-inch (23cm) pie dish, covering the bottom and sides evenly. Place in the refrigerator to chill for 15 minutes.
4. 4.
   In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate and butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
5. 5.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
6. 6.
   Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture to the sugar and egg mixture, whisking constantly.
7. 7.
   Sift in the cocoa powder, flour, and salt. Stir until the batter is smooth and well incorporated.
8. 8.
   Pour the fudge filling into the chilled pie crust.
9. 9.
   Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
10. 10.
    Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before serving.
11. 11.
    Serve slices of the Decadent Chocolate Fudge Pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Dark chocolate — Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa solids for the best flavor and texture.
• Butter — Make sure the butter is cold and cubed for the crust, and melted for the fudge filling.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra indulgent twist, sprinkle some chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans) on top of the fudge filling before baking.
• If you prefer a smoother texture, you can blend the fudge filling ingredients in a blender instead of whisking them by hand.
• To enhance the chocolate flavor, add a pinch of instant coffee granules to the fudge filling mixture.

Serving advice

Serve the Decadent Chocolate Fudge Pie at room temperature or slightly warmed. Top each slice with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of decadence.

Presentation advice

Dust the top of the pie with a light sprinkling of cocoa powder or powdered sugar for an elegant finishing touch. Serve on a decorative dessert plate or cake stand to showcase the rich, chocolatey goodness.