Easy Hot Fudge Pie Recipe (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 stick butter, softened.
02 - 1 cup sugar.
03 - 2 eggs.
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
05 - 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder.
06 - 1 teaspoon salt.
07 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
02 - Cream softened butter and sugar with electric mixer for 3 minutes until light and fluffy.
03 - Mix in eggs and vanilla extract by hand until combined.
04 - Sift cocoa powder, salt, and flour together in a separate bowl.
05 - Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture by hand until well blended.
06 - Grease an 8-inch pie pan with butter or non-stick spray.
07 - Pour batter into pan and spread evenly.
08 - Bake 30-35 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly wobbly.
09 - Let cool slightly for warm serving, or completely for firmer texture.

# Notes:

01 - Hand-mixing helps create the gooey texture.
02 - Can be made gluten-free using flour blend.
03 - Keeps 1 day at room temp, 5 days in fridge.
04 - Can add chocolate chips or nuts for variety.