Hot Fudge Pie

1️⃣ Preheat and Prep:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and crimp the edges to form a neat crust.

2️⃣ Cream Butter and Sugar:

3. In a medium bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and creamy.

3️⃣ Add the Eggs:

4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4️⃣ Add the Dry Ingredients:

5. Sift the cocoa powder and flour into the wet mixture.
6. Stir until just combined and smooth. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light.

5️⃣ Bake:

6. Pour the thick chocolate batter into the unbaked pie crust, smoothing the top.
7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a crust forms on top but the center remains slightly gooey (like a soft brownie).

6️⃣ Serve: