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A rich, creamy pie slice on a plate with a fork, highlighting its smooth texture.

Chess Pie - Sweet Southern Classic

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
This decadent Southern pie has the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. A rich, luscious dessert that will make everyone come back for more.
8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 prepared pie crust homemade* or store-bought, unbaked
  • 1/2 cup 113g salted butter, diced into 1-Tbsp pieces
  • 1 1/4 cup 250g granulated sugar
  • 2 Tbsp. 22g cornmeal
  • 1 Tbsp. 10g all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 Tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs

Instructions
 

  1. To about 12 inches, roll the pie crust, then transfer it to a standard pie plate. If desired, you can decorate the edges. Place it in the fridge for at least an hour or until the crust is firm.
  2. In a medium, light-colored skillet, melt the butter, stirring often until it has a nutty aroma and turned amber-brown. Make sure to keep an eye to prevent the butter from burning. Into a dish, pour the melted butter and allow it to cool for about an hour.
  3. In the oven, place a baking sheet and preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  4. In the meantime, lightly whisk the eggs in a mixing bowl.
  5. Combine the granulated sugar, cornmeal, flour, and salt in another mixing bowl.
  6. To the sugar mixture, pour in the browned butter, milk, vinegar, and vanilla. Mix well before adding in the eggs. Mix until everything is blended.
  7. Pour the filling into the prepared crust. Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 to 55 minutes or until the edges are set, yet still slightly wiggle in the middle.
  8. Before slicing, allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for 30 minutes. Slice and serve. Store any leftovers in the fridge.

Notes

To make gluten-free pie crust, you must use gluten-free ingredients such as gluten-free flour and not conventional wheat flour.
Audrey