Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Pie
This Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Pie is an exquisite blend of rich, fudgy brownie texture and luscious ganache, creating a dessert experience that's simply unforgettable. Inspired by a classic recipe from Taste of Home, this pie boasts a deep chocolate flavor enhanced by crunchy walnuts, giving it both texture and flavor depth. Serve with a garnish of Andes Mint candies, caramel ice cream topping, or a dollop of whipped cream to elevate it further. Perfect for gatherings, special occasions, or simply as a treat for yourself, this dessert will leave chocolate lovers craving more.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter, softened
2/3 cup
sugar
1 1/4 cups
light corn syrup
1/2 cup
eggs
2 (large, beaten)
flour
1 1/4 cups
cocoa powder
1/2 cup
salt
1/2 teaspoon
milk
3 tablespoons
chopped walnuts
2 cups
heavy cream
1 cup (for ganache)
semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
8 (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 10-inch springform pan with butter or cooking spray.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3
Add the light corn syrup to the mixture and combine thoroughly.
4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
5
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, and salt together until well combined.
6
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7
Fold in the chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
8
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
10
Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
11
While the brownie is cooling, prepare the ganache by bringing the heavy cream to a boil in a small saucepan.
12
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped semi-sweet chocolate, mixing until smooth and glossy. Allow to cool until it thickens to your desired consistency for pouring.
13
Once the brownie has cooled completely, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
14
Transfer the brownie onto a wire rack set over a piece of waxed paper. Pour the ganache generously over the top, ensuring it drips down the sides.
15
Let the ganache set completely before cutting the brownie into wedges. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Pie?
The Ultimate Chocolate Indulgence Pie is a rich dessert that blends a fudgy brownie texture with a luscious chocolate ganache and crunchy walnuts.
What inspired this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a classic dessert from Taste of Home.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The pie should be baked in an oven preheated to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (160 degrees Celsius).
What type of pan is required?
You should use a 10-inch springform pan for this recipe.
How should the pan be prepared?
Grease the 10-inch springform pan with butter or cooking spray before adding the batter.
How do I start the mixing process?
Begin by creaming together 2/3 cup of softened butter and 1 1/4 cups of sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
When should I add the light corn syrup?
Add the 1/2 cup of light corn syrup to the butter and sugar mixture and combine it thoroughly.
How should the eggs be incorporated?
Beat in the two large eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Which dry ingredients are mixed together?
In a separate bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups of flour, 1/2 cup of cocoa powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How do I add the dry ingredients and milk?
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with 3 tablespoons of milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
When are the walnuts added to the batter?
Fold in 2 cups of chopped walnuts until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter before baking.
How long does the pie need to bake?
The pie should bake for 55 to 60 minutes.
How do I test for doneness?
Insert a toothpick into the center; it is done when it comes out with a few moist crumbs.
What should I do once the brownie is baked?
Remove it from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
How is the ganache prepared?
Bring 1 cup of heavy cream to a boil, remove from heat, and stir in 8 chopped semi-sweet chocolate baking squares until smooth.
When should I pour the ganache over the brownie?
Wait until the ganache has cooled and thickened to your desired consistency before pouring.
How do I remove the pie from the springform pan?
Once the brownie has cooled completely, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
How is the ganache applied?
Transfer the brownie to a wire rack over waxed paper and pour the ganache generously over the top so it drips down the sides.
When should I cut the pie?
Let the ganache set completely before cutting the brownie into wedges.
What are some serving suggestions?
Serve with a garnish of Andes Mint candies, caramel ice cream topping, or a dollop of whipped cream.
How many ingredients are used in total?
This recipe uses 11 specific ingredients.
How much heavy cream is needed?
The recipe requires 1 cup of heavy cream to make the ganache.
What type of chocolate is best for the ganache?
The recipe calls for 8 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares, chopped.
How many walnuts are used?
The recipe requires 2 cups of chopped walnuts.
Can I use regular corn syrup?
The recipe specifically calls for 1/2 cup of light corn syrup.
What is the consistency of the butter?
The butter should be softened to room temperature for proper creaming.
What is the role of the wire rack?
The wire rack is used for cooling the pie and for holding it while pouring the ganache so excess can drip off.
How many eggs are in the recipe?
There are 2 large, beaten eggs in this recipe.
What is the texture of the finished pie?
The finished pie has a deep chocolate flavor with a fudgy brownie texture and crunchy nuts.
Is this dessert suitable for parties?
Yes, it is described as perfect for gatherings, special occasions, or as a treat for chocolate lovers.