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Brownie-Bottom Chocolate Pudding Pie

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This Brownie-Bottom Chocolate Pudding Pie is the ultimate indulgent dessert for chocolate lovers. With a fudgy brownie crust, rich homemade chocolate pudding, and fluffy whipped cream, it’s the perfect balance of sweet and creamy. Whether for a special occasion or a simple treat, this dessert will impress everyone with its melt-in-your-mouth goodness. Make it ahead for parties, or enjoy it as a show-stopping centerpiece at family gatherings.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Pudding:

  • 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder (unsweetened)
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 2 1/2 cups 2% milk (or whole milk)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Brownie Crust:

  • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

For the Whipped Cream:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners’ sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Garnish:

  • 1 square of semi-sweet chocolate (to make curls)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Pudding:
    • Whisk together cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly add cream, whisking until smooth. Whisk in egg yolks.
    • Heat milk and brown sugar in a saucepan until simmering. Gradually whisk most of the milk into the cocoa mixture to temper the eggs.
    • Return everything to the saucepan, bring to a boil, and cook for two minutes until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract and bittersweet chocolate. Let pudding chill for 3 hours.
  • Make the Brownie Crust:
    • Melt semi-sweet chocolate and butter together. Stir in sugar, salt, eggs, and vanilla extract. Fold in flour.
    • Pour batter into a pie dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes. Let crust cool completely before adding pudding.
  • Prepare the Whipped Cream:
    • Whip heavy cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  • Assemble the Pie:
    • Spread chocolate pudding over the cooled brownie crust. Top with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate curls.

Notes

  • For a quicker version, you can use instant chocolate pudding.
  • Try adding coffee or mint extract for a twist on the flavor.
  • For extra crunch, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans to the brownie crust.

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