Chocolate Chess Pie
Chocolate chess pie is a delicious and indulgent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with a smooth and creamy filling. It is a classic Southern American dessert that has gained popularity worldwide due to its irresistible taste and simplicity. It’s my son’s favorite pie, and if you try it, it might be yours too.
Chocolate Chess Pie
Ingredients
9" Pre Baked Pie Shell Ingredients:
- * 9” pre baked pie shell
- * 1-1/4 cups sugar
- * 3-1/2 Tablespoons unsweetened Cocoa
- * 2 eggs lightly beaten
- * 1-5oz can evaporated milk small can
- * 1 teaspoon vanilla
- * 1 stick butter 1/2cup, melted
11" Pie Ingredients:
- * 11” pre baked pie shell
- * 1-3/4 cups + 2Tablespoons sugar
- * 5-1/4 Tablespoons unsweetened Cocoa
- * 3 eggs lightly beaten
- * 7-1/2oz evaporated milk
- * 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- * 1 stick butter 1/2 cup, melted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Combine 2 teaspoons of flour and 2 teaspoons of sugar. Spread in the bottom of the pre baked, cooled crust.
- Thoroughly mix the sugar and cocoa together, using your fingers to smooth out any lumps. Add beaten eggs, evaporated milk and vanilla. Whisk very well until smooth. Add melted butter and whisk until blended very well. Pour immediately into the pre baked pie crust.
- Cover the crust edge with a pie ring to prevent over browning.
- Bake 9” pie for 35 minutes or Bake 11” pie for 1 hour. Pie should be completely set. No jiggle
- Cool completely then refrigerate. Usually overnight
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The origins of chess pie are somewhat unclear, but it is believed to have originated in the Southern United States. A beloved dessert for generations. The name “chess pie” is thought to have originated from the term “cheese pie,” as the pronunciation evolved over time.
Whether you’re a chocolate lover or simply someone with a sweet tooth, chocolate chess pie is sure to satisfy your cravings. Its rich, velvety texture and deep chocolate flavor make it a timeless dessert enjoyed on any occasion.
Here is a Wiki link on The history of Chess Pie.
Here is a link to more of my desserts: https://darlenestable.com/category/pie/
