INGREDIENTS
9 oz
molasses, (3/4 cup)
4 1/2 oz
hot water, (1/2 cup plus 1 Tablespoon)
1/2 tsp
baking soda
heavy pinch kosher salt, (about 1/4 teaspoon)
1
large egg, , beaten
4 1/2 oz
all purpose flour, (about 1 cup)
4 7/10 oz
dark or light brown sugar, (about 2/3 cup, packed)
3 tbsp
unsalted butter, cold
1
9" pie shell, (not deep dish), docked and frozen* (See Note)