| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Unsalted butter, softened | 1 stick (1/2 cup) |
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Large eggs | 2 |
| Vanilla extract | 1 teaspoon |
| Cocoa powder | 3 tablespoons |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| All-purpose flour | 1/2 cup |
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Pie Batter:
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
- Combine cocoa powder, salt, and flour in a separate bowl.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Pour and Bake:
- Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish.
- Pour batter into prepared dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until set in the center.
- Cool and Serve:
- Let pie cool in dish for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.
