Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 25-30 minutes | Total Time: 35-40 minutes | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- – 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- – 1 cup granulated sugar
- – 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 semi-sweet chocolate chips
- – 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions:
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pie dish or pan.
- 2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter. Stir in the granulated sugar until well combined.
- 3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 4. Mix in the cocoa powder, flour, salt, and baking powder until just combined.
- 5. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped nuts (if using).
- 6. Pour the batter into the prepared pie dish and spread it evenly.
- 7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- 8. Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
