Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup packed brown sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– Optional: chopped nuts (like pecans or walnuts) for added texture
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch pie pan
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– spatula or wooden spoon
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Oven mitts
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) so that it’s nice and hot when the pie goes in—there’s nothing worse than waiting for your oven to heat up when you’re eager to indulge! In a large mixing bowl, I whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until it’s thoroughly combined and all the sugar has dissolved. Next, I add in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract. It’s key to have a smooth mixture before moving to the dry ingredients. (See the next page below to continue steps…)