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This Fudge Brownie Tart is like an upscale hot fudge sundae and a rich dense brownie that got together in one scrumptious tart. It’s an amazing combination of all the chocolate goodness we love, plus it’s so easy to make!

overhead view of a round fudge brownie tart from Southern Living Magazine covered with vanilla ice cream and hot fudge sauce on a white plate with blue flower decorations. A silver spoon rests on top of the tart and the platter is set on a wood serving board on top of crumpled white parchment paper.

I have made this fudge brownie tart for years, ever since I received it in the mail from Southern Living magazine. It’s so easy and is so impressive that it quickly became one of my favorites!

The rich brownie tart is fudgy on it’s own and becomes a decadent delight when covered with vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate fudge.

I like to serve this for the holidays, when everyone is ready for a break from the seasonal pumpkin desserts, if you know what I mean. Don’t you just want to take a bite??

a slice of rich fudge brownie tart from Southern Living Magazine is on a white platter set on a wood serving board on top of crumpled white parchment paper.

Why you’ll love this Rich fudge brownie tart recipe

Refreshing alternative to the traditional holiday desserts
Tastes like a hot fudge sundae, but looks fancy!
Easy to customize with a range of different toppings
Deep, dark chocolate flavor

Ingredients

Chocolate wafer crumbs
Butter
Melted butter
Brown sugar
Eggs
Chocolate chips
All purpose flour
Instant coffee granules
Vanilla extract

Fudge brownie tart From Southern Living Magazine in a tart pan wtih hot fudge and vanilla ice cream topping on a serving platter set on a cutting board.

How to Make A Fudge Brownie Tart

This recipe is originally from Southern Living.

Combine the crumbs and the melted butter and press into a 9 inch pie pan. Bake at 350 for 6 to 8 minutes.
Beat the softened butter at medium speed until fluffy, then add brown sugar and beat well.
Add eggs, one at a time and mix well.
Stir in melted chocolate, flour, coffee and vanilla.
Pour filling into prepared crust.
Bake at 375 for 25 minutes, cool completely on wire rack.
Garnish with ice cream and fudge if you feel like it. Otherwise enjoy it plain.

Tips & Variations

Add 1 cup of chopped pecans in the fudge brownie batter. (as per the original recipe) or sprinkle pecans on top.
Switch the vanilla ice cream for whipped cream.
Don’t overbake! This rich fudge brownie tart is supposed to be gooey inside.

Storage

WIthout the toppings, cover the brownie tart in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

You can also freeze the brownie tart for up to one month if wrapped in plastic and stored in an airtight container.

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side view of a slice of rich fudge brownie tart from Southern Living Magazine surrounded by crumbs on a white serving platter.

Rich Fudge Brownie Tart Recipe

This Fudge Brownie Tart is like an upscale hot fudge sundae and a rich dense brownie that got together in one scrumptious tart. It's an amazing combination of all the chocolate goodness we love, plus it's so easy to make!

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Ingredients

1¼ cups chocolate wafer crumbs
⅓ cup butter melted
½ cup butter softened
¾ cup brown sugar packed
3 large eggs
2 cups of chocolate chips melted
½ cup all purpose flour
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Garnishes:

ice cream
hot fudge

Instructions

Combine the crumbs and the melted butter and press into a 9 inch pie pan. Bake at 350 for 6 to 8 minutes.
Beat the softened butter at medium speed until fluffy, then add brown sugar and beat well.
Add eggs, one at a time and mix well.
Stir in melted chocolate, flour, coffee and vanilla.
Pour filling into prepared crust.
Bake at 375 for 25 minutes, cool completely on wire rack.
Garnish with ice cream and fudge if you feel like it. Otherwise enjoy it plain.