Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of this Dark Chocolate Chess Pie. A classic Southern dessert featuring a velvety chocolate filling in a flaky crust, this pie is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces dark chocolate, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan; crimp the edges and refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Prepare the filling: Whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and cornmeal. Melt butter and chocolate, then cool. Beat eggs, add milk and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
- Bake the pie: Pour filling into crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set. Cool before serving.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate with at least 60% cacao for best flavor.
- Avoid overbaking to prevent the pie from becoming too firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
