Chess Pie
A classic Southern chess pie with a sweet, custardy filling and a crisp, buttery crust. Simple ingredients, rich flavor.
- Total time
- 70 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 5g
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie crust
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the 1 pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan and crimp edges.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream 1/2 cup softened butter and 1.5 cups sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Beat in 3 eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 tablespoon flour, 1/4 cup milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until smooth.
- 4
Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- 5
Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- 6
Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Serve at room temperature.
Tools you’ll need
- 9-inch pie pan
- mixing bowl
- electric mixer
- measuring cups and spoons
- wire rack
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