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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. Jill says:

    Hi there! If I plan to make this 2 days in advance of serving, is it best to refrigerate it? Or keep it on the shelf in an airtight container? Thank you!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Jill,
      You can keep on the counter in an airtight container. I hope this recipe turns out amazing for you, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan

  2. Jo says:

    Would this pie freeze well?

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Jo,
      I probably wouldn’t freeze this one just to maintain the gooeyness. Please let me know if you have any other questions, I hope you love the recipe! xTieghan

  3. Autumn says:

    3 stars
    I made this for Thanksgiving and it was super easy to make! Smelled amazing coming out of the oven, I was so excited to eat it. Unfortunately I was a little disappointed. There was just way too much chocolate, the entire pie tasted like chocolate. It was overpowering and you couldn’t get any other flavor. I served this to 6 people and they all thought the same thing. I would definitely make this pie again, and just halve (or maybe even quarter) the amount of chocolate chips. Looking forward to trying again!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hi Autumn,
      So sorry this recipe was not enjoyed, thanks for giving it a try. xTieghan

  4. Jenisa Leon says:

    5 stars
    Looks amazing! I will be making this for Thanksgiving and I can’t wait! I plan on also trying to decorate with Gingerbread men. Did you glaze the dough (Gingerbread men) with something? They have great color and shine! It also looks like there may be some powdered sugar on top as well.

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Jenisa,
      You can just do a light egg wash on the top of the crust and course sugar:) I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan

  5. Mary says:

    5 stars
    Do you not prebake this pie shell for this recipe?

    Thanks for sharing! I have one of your cookbooks and I found you at Barnes n noble before online ?

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Mary,
      Correct, no need to pre-bake the pie shell, you can follow the recipe as is:) I hope you love the pie, please let me know if you give it a try! xTieghan

  6. Lucy says:

    3 stars
    This wasn’t one of my favorites…it didn’t have much flavor and was just very gooey. My daughter said there was too much chocolate…I didn’t have much of a cookie layer on mine as shown in the pictures. Oh well.

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Lucy,
      So sorry you didn’t enjoy the recipe, was there anything you adjusted in the recipe? Please let me know how I can help. xTieghan

  7. Rachael says:

    Hi! If you’re using a store bought crust, will you cook the same amount of time? Any other changes? Thanks!

    1. Tieghan Gerard says:

      Hi there! Yes, I would cook the same amount of time 🙂 xTieghan

  8. Mary says:

    Looks delish!! Can this pie be made ahead and frozen?

  9. Chris says:

    This. Looks. Incredible. What the hell! Ahh

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Thanks so much Chris!!

    2. Colleen says:

      Made it for Thanksgiving and the family absolutely loved it! I’m a novice baker, so I was looking for a recipe that wouldn’t be too complicated while still delighting guests. This was definitely it- a true home-run that I’ll be returning to each year. Thanks, Tieghan!

      1. halfbakedharvest says:

        Hi Colleen,
        I am so glad that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks a bunch for trying it out! Happy Thanksgiving! xTieghan

  10. Agnes Marko says:

    5 stars
    Gooey chocolate goodness! Yumm
    Easy too.

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Agnes,
      I am so glad the recipe worked out for you! Thanks for making it:) Happy Friday! xTieghan

  11. Carrie Schroeder says:

    Hi,
    Can you make this pie with a graham cracker crust?
    Thanks

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Carrie,
      I have not tested this recipe with a graham cracker crust, but you can certainly give it a try! Happy Holidays! xTieghan

  12. Jaclyn says:

    Do you think I can do this with almond flour or coconut flour?

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Jaclyn,
      I would recommend using Cup4cup GF flour. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! Happy Holidays! xTieghan

  13. Vanessa says:

    Quick question… I am planning on making this tonight but I noticed in the pictures all of the chocolate is sitting in a layer sandwiched between the pie crust and the cookie dough. Is the pie in the picture a different one or is this something that occurs naturally during the baking process?

    Also … If you had to choose between this one and your Smore’s skillet cookie… which would it be ?

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Vanessa,
      This is something that occurs naturally when making the pie. This is my families absolutely favorite! I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions! Happy Holidays! xTieghan

  14. Carrie says:

    Could you use a graham cracker crust?
    Thanks

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Hey Carrie,
      I haven’t tried this but you certainly could. I hope you love the recipe, please let me know if you have any other questions. Happy Holidays! xTieghan

  15. Tammi Rives says:

    5 stars
    Made this for Thanksgiving this year with your All Butter Crust. Also made one with white chocolate chips and peanut butter chips since my brother-in-laws mom is allergic to chocolate. Everyone loved them!

    1. halfbakedharvest says:

      Thank you so much Tammi! xTieghan