Description
Indulgent hot fudge pie brings chocolate lovers to their knees with its rich, gooey center and irresistible warmth. Southern bakers will appreciate this simple dessert that melts hearts faster than its silky chocolate filling.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) butter, melted
Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Topping:
- 1 cup chopped nuts
Serving Suggestion:
- Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch pie dish with a light coating of cooking spray or butter.
- Combine granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and cocoa powder in a mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly to eliminate any lumps.
- Add room-temperature eggs, freshly melted butter, and pure vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, stirring until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
- Gently incorporate chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Transfer the rich chocolate mixture into the prepared pie dish, using a spatula to spread it evenly and create a consistent surface.
- Place the pie dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, checking for a set center and slightly cracked top.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pie to cool for 10-15 minutes, which helps it maintain its structure.
- Serve warm, accompanied by a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert experience.
Notes
- Easily customize this pie by swapping nuts for chocolate chips or dried fruit for added texture and flavor.
- Ensure a gooey, fudgy center by slightly underbaking the pie, checking doneness around 25 minutes with a toothpick test.
- For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free baking blend.
- Elevate the dessert by drizzling caramel sauce or sprinkling sea salt on top before serving for a sophisticated twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 298 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 72 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg