Chocolate Shoofly Pie

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
A decadent Chocolate Shoofly Pie recipe for dessert lovers
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pie shell
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter flavored shortening
1 egg , beaten
1 cup unsulfured molasses
3/4 cup cold water
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup boiling water
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
570
Sugar
52g
Fat
22g
Chocolate Shoofly Pie is a rich and decadent dessert that originated in Pennsylvania Dutch country. Traditionally made with a molasses filling and a crumbly topping, this pie has been enjoyed by many families for generations. For this recipe, we added an extra twist by incorporating semisweet chocolate chips into the filling, which takes the flavor to a whole new level. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or as a treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and brown sugar.
3.Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4.Reserve 3/4 cup of the flour mixture for the topping, set aside.
5.To the remaining mixture, add beaten egg, molasses, cold water and baking soda. Mix well to combine.
6.Gradually stir in boiling water.
7.Stir in chocolate chips.
8.Pour mixture into an unbaked pastry shell.
9.Sprinkle reserved crumb mixture over top.
10.Bake for 40-45 minutes or until crust is golden brown.

PROS

This Chocolate Shoofly Pie is a delightful blend of molasses and chocolate flavors.

The rich filling and crumbly topping complement each other perfectly, resulting in a decadent and satisfying dessert.

CONS

This pie is high in calories, sugar and fat, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The molasses in this recipe can cause digestive issues for some individuals, so it may not be suitable for everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this Chocolate Shoofly Pie is not considered a healthy food, it does contain a good amount of iron and calcium from the molasses.
Chocolate is known to be a natural mood booster and can help reduce stress levels in some individuals.
However, it is important to consume chocolate in moderation due to its high sugar content.

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