My M&M Chocolate Chip Pie brings smiles with every colorful slice. The crunchy M&Ms and melty chocolate chips create the perfect blend of textures in a flaky crust. It's become my go-to when I need a dessert that looks as fun as it tastes.
Sweet and Simple
The combination of gooey chocolate filling and candy-coated M&Ms makes this pie irresistible. I love how something so impressive comes together with basic ingredients. The hardest part is waiting for it to cool before diving in.
What You'll Need
- 1 pie crust: Your favorite recipe or ready-made works great
- 1 cup: Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup: Melted butter
- 1/2 cup: White sugar
- 1 cup: Brown sugar packed tight
- 2 large: Room temp eggs
- 1 tsp: Pure vanilla
- 1 cup: All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp: Salt
- 1 tsp: Baking powder
- 1 cup: M&Ms plus extra for topping
Let's Make Magic
- Get Ready:
- Heat oven to 350°F grease your pie dish.
- Prep the Crust:
- Line your dish trim edges nice and neat.
- Mix it Up:
- Whisk melted butter with both sugars until smooth.
- Add the Eggs:
- Beat in one egg at a time then vanilla.
- Dry Team:
- Mix flour salt and baking powder add to wet ingredients.
- Add the Good Stuff:
- Fold in chips and M&Ms save some for the top.
- Fill and Top:
- Pour into crust sprinkle with extra M&Ms.
- Bake Time:
- About 30-35 minutes until just set.
- Worth the Wait:
- Let it cool completely then serve with ice cream.
My Best Tips
- Room Temp Works Best: Your batter will be silky smooth.
- Gooey is Good: A slight underbake makes it perfect.
- Gentle Mixing: Keep those M&Ms pretty.
- Crust Success: Cold dough makes the crispiest base.
Keep It Fresh
- Store Right: Room temp 2 days fridge up to 5.
- Warm It Up: Quick zap makes it taste fresh baked.
- Make It Special: Add ice cream or caramel sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why did my pie crack on top?
This happens when pie cools too quickly. Let it cool at room temperature gradually.
- → Is the center supposed to be gooey?
It should be slightly soft when warm but set when cooled. If too gooey, bake a few minutes longer.
- → Can I make this ahead?
Yes, up to 2 days ahead. Store covered at room temperature or refrigerate if longer.
- → Why did my M&Ms sink?
Toss them in a bit of flour before adding to help them stay suspended in the batter.
- → Can I freeze this pie?
Yes, wrap well and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in fridge before serving.