Chess Pie

This chess pie is a classic Southern dessert that is rich, sweet and irresistible. This perfect family recipe has been passed down, for good reason.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
• Calories: 460 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon cornmeal
• 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell
• 0.5 cup butter
• 0.25 cup evaporated milk

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Pour into pie shell.

Step 2

Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Step 3

Mix butter, sugar, and vanilla together in a large bowl. Mix in eggs, then stir in evaporated milk, cornmeal, and vinegar until smooth.

Step 4

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and continue to bake for 40 minutes. Let pie cool before cutting.