How to Make the Best Tollhouse Pie: A Sweet, Gooey Delight!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg yolk
• 3-4 tablespoons cold water
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)