Ingredients:
1 unbaked pie crust (store-bought works wonderfully)
1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs, whisked
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
Begin the Baking Adventure: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Melt and Set: Gently melt the chocolate chips and set them aside.
Blend the Basics: Combine melted butter, flour, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
Egg and Extract Addition: Incorporate the whisked eggs and vanilla extract, ensuring a smooth mix.
Chocolate Fusion: Gently fold in the melted chocolate.
Tropical Crunch: Introduce the shredded coconut and chopped pecans to the mix.
Pour and Prep: Transition the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
Bake to Perfection: Allow it to bake for 35-40 minutes, ensuring the pie sets and the crust achieves a golden hue.
Cool and Settle: Permit the pie to cool on a wire rack.
Serve and Savor: Enjoy it in its pure form or elevate the indulgence with whipped cream or ice cream.
This pie is more than a dessert; it's a journey through generational love, timeless traditions, and unforgettable flavors, ready to be unfolded and savored in your kitchen. So, dive into this culinary adventure, and may your oven birth not just a pie, but memories that linger, warm, and cherished, just like grandma’s love.
