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Awesome Chess Pie Recipe

This 5-star recipe delivers the ultimate chess pie experience! A classic Southern dessert, this recipe creates a rich, creamy, and subtly tangy filling that's perfectly balanced. Years of perfecting this recipe have resulted in a foolproof method for a consistently perfect pie. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this unbelievably delicious treat! No cornstarch or flour needed!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 3118 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Awesome Chess Pie

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How to Make Awesome Chess Pie

  1. Prepare one 9-inch unbaked pie crust.
  2. In a medium saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar.
  3. Simmer gently, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon white vinegar to the cooled butter-sugar mixture. Whisk until well combined.
  6. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
  7. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.
  8. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 20-30 minutes, or until the center is just set and the edges are lightly golden brown. The pie should have a slight quiver in the center when gently shaken.
  9. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

81 g

Sugar

1207g

Fat

389g

Carbs

127g

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