Chocolate Chip Pie

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Kristina Vanni
Kristina Vanni
Kristina Vanni
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Updated on 07/5/21
Chocolate Chip Pie

The Spruce / Kristina Vanni

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 60 mins
Total: 75 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Yield: 1 9-inch pie
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
781 Calories
43g Fat
101g Carbs
7g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 8
Amount per serving
Calories 781
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 43g 55%
Saturated Fat 19g 96%
Cholesterol 77mg 26%
Sodium 306mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 101g 37%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 65g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 5mg 23%
Calcium 42mg 3%
Iron 2mg 13%
Potassium 268mg 6%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

Chocolate chip cookie pie is the happy medium when you can't decide between a chocolate chip cookie, a pie, or a brownie for dessert. The recipe only takes a few simple ingredients and it satisfies all of your dessert cravings and then some. The quick and easy filling bakes up like a soft brownie with the flavors of your favorite chocolate chip cookie. Add a tender and flaky pie crust and it feels like an extra special dessert that's worthy of a holiday feast but simple enough for a regular family meal.

Take this no-fuss, no-mess pie to any family gathering or potluck. It doesn't need to be kept in the refrigerator, travels well, and is always a big hit with kids and adults alike. Serve chocolate chip pie with a scoop of your favorite vanilla ice cream.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 4 ounces (1/2 cup) unsalted butter, melted

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • 1 (9-inch) store-bought or homemade pie shell, unbaked

  • Vanilla ice cream, optional for serving

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 325 F.

    Gather the ingredients for Chocolate Chip Pie
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  2. In a large bowl, mix together the sugar and flour.

    Mix the sugar and flour
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  3. Add the melted butter and blend well.

    Add the melted butter
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  4. Stir in the eggs, chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract.

    Mix in the remaining ingredients
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  5. Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie shell. Bake for 1 hour or until golden brown. The pie will still wiggle slightly when done, but it will set as it cools. 

    Bake the Chocolate Chip Pie
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  6. Let cool completely before cutting into wedges and serving with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

    Chocolate Chip Pie sliced on a plate
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Tips

There are a few options when it comes to the pie crust for this recipe:

  • Purchase a refrigerated or frozen ready-made pie crust. Thaw one of the crusts (if needed) according to package directions and unroll into a 9-inch pie pan. Crimp the edges as desired before filling and baking. Reserve the other crust for another use.
  • Purchase a prepared frozen pie crust. These usually come in their own disposable pan with a beautifully crimped edge, making it a great choice if you are taking a pie to share at a family gathering or potluck. Defrost according to the package directions before filling and baking.
  • Make your own pie crust. Once you learn a few tricks to making your own pie crust, it's hard to beat the flavor and texture.

Recipe Variations

  • Try swapping the semisweet chocolate chips with dark chocolate chunks for a richer flavor and different texture.
  • Chopped walnuts or peanuts can be used in place of chopped pecans if you prefer.
  • Add a spoonful of unsweetened cocoa powder into the dry ingredients for a double chocolate chip pie experience.