Chess Pie
A staple in Southern cuisine, the chess pie's distinct, sweet flavor, coupled with its rich, custardy texture, make it a beloved dessert that has been passed down through generations. This timeless treat is easy to make and can be enjoyed year-round, whether you're craving a slice of nostalgia or simply looking for comfort food at home!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 578kcal
Equipment
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
Ingredients
- 1 stick of butter 1/2 a cup
- 1 1/2 cups of sugar
- 3 tablespoons of cornmeal
- 3 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon of white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla
- 3 eggs
- unbaked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Cream butter and sugar together in a stand mixer
- Add the cornmeal, cream, vinegar and vanilla until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time until mixed thoroughly.
- Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 400 degrees.
- Then reduce the temperature to 325 degrees and bake another 35 minutes until the middle isn't jiggly anymore. Stick a knife in the middle and it should come out clean.
- Allow to cool for 2 hours until room temperature.
- Can be left out at room temperature for up to 2 days, then refrigerated for up to a week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/6 of the pie | Calories: 578kcal | Carbohydrates: 74g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 316mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 50g