Ingredients
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup packed brown sugar3 tablespoons butter-flavored shortening1 teaspoon baking soda1-1/2 cups water1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten1 cup molasses
Preparation
Roll out dough to fit a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate or cast-iron skillet. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edges. Sprinkle chocolate chips into crust; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine flour and brown sugar; cut in shortening until crumbly. Set aside 1 cup for topping. Add the baking soda, water, egg and molasses to remaining crumb mixture and mix well. Pour over chips. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
Bake at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 45-55 minutes. Let stand on a wire rack for 15 minutes before cutting. Serve warm.
