8 oz dark chocolate (225 g), 70-80% cacao, coarsely chopped
16 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup granulated sugar (200 g)
1 cup dark brown sugar (220 g), packed
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs
1 cup all purpose flour (125 g)
Chocolate Pudding Layer
¾ cup granulated sugar (150 g)
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (40 g), not dutch-processed, plus more for garnish
⅓ cup all purpose flour (40 g)
½ teaspoon kosher salt
2 large egg yolks
2 cups whole milk (480 g)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
To Finish
1 cup heavy cream (240 mL), chilled
Nutrition Info
Calories 1027
Fat 70g
Carbs 95g
Fiber 3g
Sugar 68g
Protein 14g
How to Make It
1. Step
Make the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan with nonstick spray and line the sides with a strip of parchment paper, trimming it flush with the top of the pan.
2. Step
In a large bowl, stir together the cookie crumbs and melted butter until the crumbs are evenly moistened. Transfer the crumbs to the prepared pan and use the bottom of a measuring cup to press them into an even layer over the bottom of the pan. Set the pan aside while you make the brownie layer.
3. Step
Make the brownie layer: In a large glass bowl, combine the chocolate and butter and microwave on high power, 30 seconds or until melted and smooth.
4. Step
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, vanilla, and eggs until lightened in color and foamy, about 1 minute. Pour in the melted chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth. Add the flour and stir until just combined.
5. Step
Pour the batter over the crust in the pan and smooth out the top with a rubber spatula. Bake until a toothpick inserted halfway between the center and the edge comes out clean, about 40 minutes.
6. Step
Meanwhile, make the pudding layer: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and salt until combined. Add the egg yolks and a splash of the milk and stir until it the mixture forms a thick, smooth paste. Add the remaining milk and whisk until smooth. Set the pan over medium heat and cook, stirring continuously, until the mixture starts to bubble and thicken, 8-10 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, and add the butter and vanilla and stir until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth and well combined.
7. Step
When the brownie layer is ready, transfer the pan to a wire rack, pour the warm pudding over the brownie layer, and smooth out the top with a rubber spatula. Let cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to 1 day.
8. Step
When ready to serve, whisk the chilled cream in a medium bowl until it forms stiff peaks.
9. Step
Remove the pie from the refrigerator. Remove the outer ring of the springform pan, then peel away and discard the strip of parchment paper and set the pie on a serving plate. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the pie, and dust with additional cocoa powder. Serve the pie chilled.
