Description
Chess Pie is a classic Southern dessert, known for its rich and sweet filling made with simple ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, this pie will delight everyone with its custard-like texture and buttery flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup butter melted and cooled
- 2 cups white sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
- 1 (9-inch) parbaked pie shell
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, mixing until smooth.
- Stir in the evaporated milk, cornmeal, and white vinegar until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling into the parbaked pie shell.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not overbake—center should have a slight jiggle.
- Vinegar enhances flavor without making the pie taste acidic.
- For variations, add lemon juice or cocoa powder.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: Chess Pie, Southern Dessert, Custard Pie, Baking, American Cuisine