Chocolate Chess Pie
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Chocolate Chess Pie

Rich, fudgy chocolate chess pie with a crispy top and gooey center - a decadent Southern dessert.

65 min
8 servings

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

50m

Servings

8

Difficulty

Medium

Nutrition Per Serving

fat

24

carbs

58

fiber

2

protein

7

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Ingredients

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  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 3/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream for serving

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F.

2

In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.

3

Add eggs, evaporated milk, melted butter, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

4

Pour filling into unbaked pie crust.

5

Bake 45-50 minutes until center is set but still slightly jiggly.

6

Cool completely on a wire rack.

7

Serve with whipped cream.

Chef's Comfy Tip

The pie will puff up while baking but settles as it cools - that's normal!

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