Chocolate Chess Pie II

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, eggs, corn syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. Stir in the chocolate chips.
5. Pour the chocolate mixture into the pre-baked crust. Bake for 40 minutes or until the center is set.
6. Cool for at least 1 hour before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Chocolate Chess Pie is a classic American recipe that originated in the South.
• This pie is similar to a traditional Pecan Pie, but with a chocolate filling.
• It can be served warm or cold, with ice cream or whipped cream.