This old-fashioned Southern Chocolate Chess Pie has a rich cocoa filling, a flaky crust, and a lightly crackled top. Let it cool completely for clean slices and a creamy center.
Southern Chocolate Chess Pie
Course: DessertCuisine: SouthernDifficulty: EasyServings
8
slicesPrep time
10
minutesCooking time
50
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Ingredients
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Pinch of salt
2 large eggs
2/3 cup (5 fl oz) evaporated milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the evaporated milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients; whisk until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until set and slightly cracked on top.
- Cool completely before slicing and serving.
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