Tessa’s Recipe Rundown
Taste: So super chocolaty and wonderful. Texture: The brownies are ultra fudgy while the cream pie filling is thick and creamy. The light-as-air whipped cream on top just puts this dessert on a whole new level. Ease: More time consuming and messy than straight-up brownies. Be sure to strain the cream pie filling through a fine sieve to get any curdled pieces of egg out. Appearance: Doesn’t it just look dreamy? Pros: Fabulous dessert for chocolate lovers like myself. Cons: Dirties quite a few dishes and takes some time. Would I make this again? For special occasions, these were a HIT this past Thanksgiving!This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy.
What TV shows have you guys been getting into lately?
I’ve been liking This Is Us as a substitute for Parenthood, but what I’m really counting down the days on is the premiere of Homeland and The Americans. Anyone watch those shows? I’m obsessed!! And I might also watch a weekly episode of a few Real Housewives shows… but lets keep that between us.
I am a big fan of TV, I can easily get addicted to shows and spend way too much time watching. Working from home with Netflix just a room away is dangerous. It’s gotten to the point where I’d rather binge watch a season of a TV show then go to the movies which I guess just really highlights the millennial in me, ha!
One of my favorite guilty pleasures is sitting down on the couch with a recorded show ready to go and a homemade dessert in hand. That is the perfect end to my day. These Chocolate Cream Pie Brownies are incredibly rich, chocolaty, and indulgent and are perfect for evening TV watching, though they are easier to eat with a fork! If you love chocolate, you’re going to adore these brownies.
I actually cut them into little bite sized pieces and served them at Thanksgiving (along with 3 pies). I know some people just want a little bite of something sweet after such a rich meal, but these ended up being the surprise hit of the holiday.
Chocolate Cream Pie Brownies
Ingredients
For the brownies:
- 2 sticks (226 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups (400 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 cups (200 grams) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup (127 grams) all-purpose flour
For the filling:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 5 ounces (142 grams) semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1 cup (237 ml) heavy cream, divided
- 2 cups (473 ml) whole milk
For the topping:
- 1 cup (237 ml) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (31 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Make the brownies:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a 13 by 9-inch pan with foil, leaving an overhang.
- In a large bowl combine the butter, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir until well combined. Let cool if the butter is still hot. Stir in the vanilla and then the eggs, one at a time, stirring very well after each addition. Stir until the batter is very well blended. Add the flour and stir again until very well blended. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake for 25 minutes. Let cool to room temperature then place in the fridge to chill.
Make the filling:
- In a large bowl, place the butter, chocolate, and vanilla.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of the cream, breaking up lumps with vigorous whisking. Whisk in the egg yolks.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and gradually whisk in the remaining cream and the milk. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens. Boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat and pour the hot milk mixture over the butter mixture. Whisk until the butter and chocolate are melted and the mixture is smooth. Pour the mixture through a strainer and over the chilled brownies. Press plastic wrap against the surface of the filling and return to the fridge to chill for at least 2 hours.
Make the topping:
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat the cream for 30 seconds. Add the sugar and vanilla and beat until the cream forms soft peaks. Gently spread the whipped cream over the brownies. Cut into squares and serve.
These are my dream come true! Love me a chocolate overload!
Flipping out over this! Totally need a big slice right now!!
These look faaaaabulous! I have a brownie problem and always make things more complicated for myself by adding a million layers or sub-recipes…so obviously these are right up my alley. 🙂 As far as TV, if you haven’t seen “House of Cards” on Netflix yet, HIGHLY recommended. Kevin Spacey is so good!
These look ridiculously amazing!! I need! Chocolate love right here.
Digging the idea of combing a pie and a brownie together, especially when its chocolate!
These look so good and fudgy, can’t wait to try them!
they look yummy!
Mmmmm….. Divine!!
Wow, this is my dream brownie, seriously how good does this taste!
As always, these look fabulous! I LOVE chocolate cream pie…so these are perfect. They are like mini chocolate cream pie bites.
Love how rich and fudgy the brownie layer looks!
These brownies are like heaven! So awesome! I love the chocolate cream pie right on top! yes, please!