Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (for extra gooeyness)
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Equipment Needed
- 9-inch pie dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
Let’s get started with the magic! First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your pie crust in the pie dish. If you’re using a store-bought crust, it’s usually just a matter of fitting it into the dish and crimping the edges beautifully. In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and sugar, mixing them together until they create a slick, glossy mixture. Then, whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until it’s smooth and delightful. As you combine these ingredients, the intoxicating scent of sweet vanilla fills my kitchen—I really can’t get enough! (See the next page below to continue steps…)