Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone Recipe

Craving a taste of Texas? This decadent Butter Chess Pie recipe is inspired by the legendary Furr's Cafeteria. A former employee, who enjoyed this treat daily, painstakingly recreated this rich, buttery dessert, sharing a near-perfect clone of their secret recipe! Get ready for a melt-in-your-mouth experience with a smooth, creamy custard filling in a flaky pie crust. This isn't just a pie; it's a piece of Texas history.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 429.8 kcal
Protein 4g
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Ingredients for Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone

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How to Make Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 4 large egg yolks and 1 large egg white until the mixture is pale and foamy.
  4. Gradually whisk in ½ cup water and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
  5. Pour the filling into a 9-inch unbaked pie crust.
  6. Bake for 35-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Start checking around the 35-minute mark.
  7. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

133g

Fat

100g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone?

Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone takes about 90 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone?

Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone has approximately 429.8 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 50 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone?

The key ingredients for Furrs Cafeteria Butter Chess Pie Clone are Sugar, Butter, Egg Yolks, Egg White, Water, Vanilla. See the full list with measurements above.

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