3 tablespoons rich, dark cocoa—Ramstadt Breda or equal
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/4 cup water
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For the chocolate filling:
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1/2 cup rich, dark cocoa—Ramstadt Breda or equal
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4 large eggs
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3 tablespoons light corn syrup
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1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 cup butter, melted
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Notes about the ingredients.
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The crust is made with an add-water-only pie crust mix. This is a professional pie crust mix that many bakers use and makes a remarkable crust. If you want to save time or have trouble consistently making good crusts, try this mix.
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As with most chocolate recipes, the quality of the cocoa makes this pie delectable. Most national brands of cocoa have 8 to 10% cocoa butter. Ramstadt Breda Cocoa and other fine cocoas have up to three times that. The amount of cocoa butter will make