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If you’re craving warm-cookie comfort without scooping individual cookies, this pie is it—golden, crisp edges with a soft, melty middle. It’s simple, unfussy, and perfect for sharing.

Mix in one bowl, bake until the center’s just set, then slice while it’s still warm and gooey. Add a scoop of vanilla and call it a night.

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OK, well, I love pecan pie too, but THIS gooey chocolate chip cookie pie…oh my gosh, oh my gosh! I know it sounds simple (and it is), and I’m sure you’re very familiar with a chocolate chip cookie pie, but this chocolate chip cookie pie is like no other.

I hate when people make claims like “the best”, but in my honest opinion (and my family’s), this is the BEST chocolate chip cookie pie. It’s insanely chocolatey, insanely gooey, and perfectly sweet. Aka my favorite things when it comes to dessert. Plus, let’s just be totally honest. I know there are a million and one desserts out there, but I feel like everyone has a serious sweet spot for anything cookie related. This pie is just a giant cookie…but with pie crust on the bottom, so it’s even better. 🙂

Also, this pie makes me super excited for Christmas…shh, don’t tell anyone about those tiny little gingerbread men lookin’ all cute sitting on the top of that crust. My crazy Christmas loving mind just took over and I just had to add them to the crust. Because I mean, pie is great for both Thanksgiving and Christmas, right?

RIGHT.

So, you guys might be looking down at this recipe list and wondering just what makes this pie so much better than any other…just wait for it, it’s coming. My mom has made the Nestle Toll House Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie for as long as I can remember. She didn’t make it for Thanksgiving (that I remember), but more for Christmas and other random special occasions throughout the year.

Just like the rest of the world, my family loves this pie, so I’ve added it to our Thanksgiving menu as well. But you guys, last Thanksgiving I did something a little different to my cookie pie and this one ingredient was the game changer.

GAME CHANGER.

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest

Everyone, say hello to chocolate chip cookie pie made with sweetened condensed milk…and vanilla. Actually, I’ve always added vanilla but I only recently realized that it’s not part of the original recipe. Tip: always add vanilla peeps.

It was holiday baking season, and as usual at that time of year, I had been been baking up a storm…I had an open can of sweet milk in the fridge that was bugging the heck out of me (I hate when I have open cans of things in the fridge – things without tops just stress me out) and I wanted that can outta my fridge as soon as possible. So as I was making my pie, I thought why the heck not add a drizzle or two of sweetened condensed milk? I mean, it is one of my favorite ingredients, so I just went for it.

Little did I know that I had just created the best pie I will probably ever make. I know it seems crazy, but just trust me on this, the sweetened condensed milk adds that “something special” to the pie that made me go “ahhhhh yummmmmmm” and do the whole eyes rolling back thing upon taking the first bite. No one will ever know what it is that makes the pie so good because it is very subtle. The sweet milk just adds that extra special sweetness and a major gooey factor.

I mean, it’s just so freaking good…addictingly GOOD.

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest

Another great thing about this pie…it is just so easy! I do make my own homemade crust, but guys no judgment here if you opt to use store-bought. While I personally find homemade to be much better, sometimes we just need a little help from the store.

I get it.

The most important thing here is the filling which is a grand total of eight ingredients, all of which I really hope you have at home right this second. They are all pantry staples people, you need these stocked, especially during the holidays!

Ingredients:

  • Butter: If using melted butter, let it cool slightly so it doesn’t scramble eggs; browned butter adds nutty depth (richer flavor, slightly denser crumb).

  • Sugars: Using some brown sugar boosts moisture and chew; more white sugar = crisper edge.

  • Eggs: Room temp helps with even mixing; too-cold eggs can re-solidify butter.

  • Flour: All-purpose gives classic cookie texture; a 1:1 gluten-free blend can work but may bake up a touch drier—don’t overbake.

  • Chocolate: Semi-sweet for balance; dark = less sweet, milk = extra gooey/sweet. Mix chunks + chips for melty pockets + even distribution.

  • Add-ins (optional): Chopped walnuts/pecans for crunch; a spoonful of espresso powder to deepen chocolate notes; flaky salt to finish.

Random question: how many pies do you guys make for Thanksgiving? I always make at least two, this pie, pecan pie and then if my brother Brendan is coming I’ll make pumpkin too (no Brendan this year ?…but Christmas is mandatory for everyone!)

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie | halfbakedharvest.com @hbharvest

Oh and if you guys where wondering, yes, I have been waiting and entire year to tell you about this pie. A whole year! I had to wait because Thanksgiving just felt like the perfect time to share this easy pie. The good news is that now you have the recipe, and you can make it not only for Thanksgiving, but for Christmas as well…and any other day!

Like say maybe today? It is Friday, and after Tuesday’s election I know that America is feeling the need to de-stress. So let’s call it a week and end on a super sweet note, sound good?

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FAQ:

Can I bake this in a skillet instead of a pie dish?
Yes—use a similar diameter. Metal skillets bake faster and give crisper edges; start checking earlier and use visual cues.

How do I know it’s done without overbaking?
Look for set, deep-golden edges and a slightly underbaked, glossy center that jiggles softly. The top may have faint cracks from the chocolate—perfect.

Can I make the dough ahead?
Yes, mix and chill the batter a few hours. Let it soften a bit before baking; cold batter needs extra time and can bake a touch denser.

What chocolate is best?
Semi-sweet is classic; dark is richer/less sweet, milk is sweeter/gooier. Use a mix of chips (even melt) and chunks (puddles) for best texture.

Gooey Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie.

4.21 from 429 votes
12 Servings
calories 425kcal
Prep15 minutes
Cook55 minutes
Total1 hour 10 minutes
The sumptuous, gooey pie is like no other
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Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Grease a pie plate.
  • Using and electric mixer, beat the eggs in a medium bowl until foamy, about three minutes. Add the flour, brown sugar, sugar, and vanilla, beat until combined. Add the butter and continue beating until combined, but it will not be smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips.
  • Press your pie crust into the prepared pie plate. Drizzle half of the sweetened condensed milk over the bottom of the crust. Spoon in half the filling. Drizzle the remaining sweet milk over the filling. Spoon in the rest of the filling. Transfer to the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool at least 20 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Adapted from Nestle.

Nutrition

Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 268mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 2.7mg

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

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284 Comments

  1. Andrea @ Cooking with a Wallflower says:

    I think this will become my favorite pie ever too! And I love that the ingredients are so simple that I already have them on hand, which means nothing will stop me from making these soon!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Yes it is so great not having to go out for ingredients! Thanks so much Andrea, I hope you love it!

  2. Christine @ WRY TOAST says:

    giving me LIFE right now!!! love love love this

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      YES! So happy you are, thank you Christine!!

  3. Jane Doe says:

    Wow, this looks and sounds great! As I just had another baby, I am really glad you “allow” using shop-bought crust – now I can make this with my older daughter tomorrow so she gets some attention too and we all get delicious pie! Thank you!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Awh how cute!! I hope this turns out great and you two have fun! Thanks so much!

      1. Jane Doe says:

        Just wanted to get back to you – it really WAS as easy as delicious as it sounds! My three yo daughter could totally help and we had half a pie between the three of us (newborn doesn’t count) and looking forward to the other half today!

        1. halfbakedharvest says:

          Awesome!! So glad to hear that you enjoyed this! Thank you!

  4. Cassandra says:

    This pie, those pics!!’ Heavenly!! Will
    definitely be making!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      YAY! I hope you love it Cassandra!

  5. Kelly says:

    This looks amazing! In my family, we always make Derby pie, as we’re originally from Kentucky. It is totally delish!!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Sounds so good! Thank you Kelly!

  6. Jean says:

    Glad you finally broke this recipe loose! Wow my sweet tooth is chomping at the bit for this. Fortunately I’ve got all the ingredients to make it already.

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Woo perfect!! I hope you love this, thank you Jean!

  7. Gabriella says:

    A cookie pie!? I am so in.

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      YES!! Thanks Gabriella!

  8. Bet @ Bet On Dinner says:

    Oh no, now I’m going to have a partial can of sweetened condensed milk driving me crazy in the fridge…because this looks fabulous! ?? I grew up with the “original” version too, and your additions sound so good. ?

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      I hope you love this one Beth, thanks!

  9. Kati | black.white.vivid. says:

    This looks absolutely heavenly. Beautiful food photography. And yes, always vanilla 🙂

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Thank you Kati!!

  10. Julia @ HappyFoods Tube says:

    Wow! Please send a few slices over so I can enjoy them with my afternoon tea! 🙂

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Haha totally would if I could Julia! Thanks so much!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Haha happy you are loving this Ruth! Thank you!!

  11. MaryLou says:

    Hi, sitting in a hospital bed in Melbourne Australia (silly old knee surgery) and drooling over this recipe! Half staved from fasting?most of the day.
    Do the chocolate chips sink down to make the gooey chocolate base, as the top looks less gooey, almost cake like! ( ha ha the prescriptive wanted to make ‘almost’ almighty?
    If i remember i write this full of anaesthetic, i’ll post a photo! @madebymarylou

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Awh! I hope the surgery well perfectly and you heal fast! Make this for a little get better treat haha! So happy you are loving this recipe! Thank you!

  12. Jeanette says:

    Looks and sound amazing 🙂

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Thanks so much Jeanette!

  13. Tori//Gringalicious says:

    Major GASP and about a billion heart-eyed emojis!!!!! This pie is clearly everything I need out of life!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Haha YES!! Definitely a need lol! Thanks so much Tori!!

  14. Betsy says:

    Hi! There has been some weird formatting stuff in yesterday’s post and today’s. I’m not sure if you see it or not, so I thought I’d ask! Maybe it’s my browser? A few strange symbols peppered throughout.

    In other news…wow. Pie…cookie pie! The photos are killer.

    1. SHANNON says:

      Glad I’m not the only one seeing it!

      1. halfbakedharvest says:

        Hey Shannon! So sorry about those weird characters. It looks like that is only happening in Safari. Trying to find a fix now. Hope you are having a great weekend. Thank you! 🙂

        1. Melanie says:

          Just in case you are still working on deleting the funny characters in the post, I see them and I am using Google Chrome as my browser. Hope that helps!

          1. halfbakedharvest says:

            I think I got them all worked out!! But good to hear they’re working for you!! Thanks!!

    2. Susan Lattin says:

      Yes, I see them too. By the way…this looks AMAZING! Making it tomorrow night for my husband’s birthday! Thanks for sharing!! 🙂

      1. halfbakedharvest says:

        Awesome! I hope you love it Susan!

    3. halfbakedharvest says:

      HI!! What browser are you using? Everything seems the usual to me!! I’d love to know so I can look into it!!
      Anyways!! Thank you so much!! So happy you like the pie!!

    4. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Betsy! So sorry about those weird characters. It looks like that is only happening in Safari. Trying to find a fix now. Hope you are having a great weekend. Thank you! 🙂