Description
This irresistible Chocolate Chip Butter Tart Pie combines the best of two beloved desserts – the classic Canadian butter tart and rich chocolate chip cookies. With a buttery, sweet filling studded with chocolate chips and a perfectly flaky pie crust, it’s a decadent treat that’s perfect for special occasions or as a show-stopping dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade, if preferred)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk, your preference)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and set aside. - Prepare the Filling:
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking after each addition. Stir in the flour, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is well-combined. - Add the Chocolate and Nuts:
Gently fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using). - Assemble the Pie:
Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly. - Bake the Pie:
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown. If the crust begins to brown too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil. - Cool and Serve:
Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. The filling will firm up as it cools. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- If you don’t have a pre-made pie crust, you can easily make your own using a simple recipe or a refrigerated dough.
- Feel free to experiment with the type of chocolate chips you use, such as dark chocolate or milk chocolate, depending on your preference.
- The addition of pecans or walnuts is optional but adds a lovely texture and flavor that complements the rich filling.
- For a twist, try adding a splash of bourbon or maple syrup to the filling for an extra layer of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg