Chocolate-Walnut Pie

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch pie pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine walnuts, butter, graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cocoa, and salt. Mix until combined.
3. Press the mixture into the prepared pie pan, forming the crust.
4. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the crust is set. Remove from oven and let cool.
5. In a separate medium bowl, combine vanilla extract, eggs, cream, and chocolate chips. Whisk until smooth.
6. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the center is set.
7. Allow the pie to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Chocolate walnut pie is a classic American dessert.
• The walnut crust adds a nice crunch to the creamy chocolate filling.
• This pie can be made a day ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.