Description
Dive in the rich, velvety texture of our Chocolate Chess Pie, a perfect dessert for any occasion. This classic pie combines decadent chocolate with a soft, custard-like filling, all encased in a flaky, buttery crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, crimping the edges for a decorative touch.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine sugar and cocoa powder. Add eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt, mixing until smooth. Incorporate the evaporated milk and cornmeal until well blended.
- Bake: Pour the filling into the crust. Bake for about 45 minutes, or until the center is just set but still slightly wobbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the pie cool on a wire rack. Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed, with optional whipped cream.
Notes
- Don’t Overbake: The center should be slightly jiggly for the perfect texture.
- Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate for a few hours for cleaner slices.
- Substitutions: Use coconut oil and coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg