When you’re torn between baking a batch of warm chocolate chip cookies or diving into a slice of rich, gooey pie, this recipe has your back. Chocolate chip cookie pie is the dessert hybrid you didn’t know you needed. Think of it as a deep-dish cookie meets buttery pie—chewy, soft, and loaded with melty chocolate chips in every bite. It’s a showstopper on the dessert table and a total crowd-pleaser.
This dessert is pure indulgence. It has the nostalgic flavor of homemade cookies with the structure and sliceability of pie. The golden top forms a slight crisp that gives way to a thick, fudge-like center. Each bite delivers cookie dough richness with pie-level decadence. No forks are left clean.
Perfect for birthdays, potlucks, holidays, or just a Tuesday night when you’re craving something sweet, this cookie pie works for every occasion. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and you’ll have a dessert that earns applause.
What sets this cookie pie apart is its perfect texture. Too many cookie pies bake up dry or overly sweet. This one strikes the right balance: buttery but not greasy, sweet but not cloying, firm enough to slice but irresistibly gooey inside.
It also comes together fast. You don’t need a mixer, fancy equipment, or any chilling time. It’s a simple stir-and-bake situation, and you likely have everything in your pantry already.
The crust? Store-bought or homemade—your choice. We recommend a classic buttery pastry shell, but a graham cracker crust also works if you’re after a twist. You can even skip the crust and bake it directly in a greased pie dish for a crustless version that still delivers on flavor.
If you’re a fan of chewy cookies with crispy edges and gooey centers, this pie will hit all your sweet spots. And because it’s so rich, a little goes a long way, making it ideal for sharing.
This pie holds up beautifully at room temperature but is even better warm. A quick reheat in the oven or microwave revives that just-baked magic. Add a drizzle of chocolate or caramel, and you’ve taken it over the top.
In short, it’s the kind of dessert that people will ask you to bring again and again. Kids love it. Adults sneak seconds. And leftovers (if any) disappear fast.
You can even customize it. Swap in white chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or toffee bits. Make it your own, but know the base recipe is solid gold.
And if you’re the kind of baker who loves quick wins with major payoff, this pie is your new best friend. No stress. Just sweet, chocolate-loaded satisfaction.
It’s the best of both dessert worlds in one slice. One bite in, and you’ll know: this is no ordinary cookie.
Servings: 8 slices
Time:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan if not already done.
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until fully combined.
- Stir in flour and salt until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is just set.
- Let cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
- For extra gooeyness, underbake slightly and serve warm.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for texture.
- Use a mix of chocolate chips (milk, dark, white) for variety.
Why You Will Love This Recipe:
It’s everything you love about chocolate chip cookies in pie form—chewy, gooey, rich, and incredibly satisfying. Plus, it’s easy to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
This chocolate chip cookie pie combines the best parts of cookies and pie in one indulgent dessert. It’s quick to make, endlessly adaptable, and guaranteed to be the first thing gone at any gathering.
