How to Make Lemon Chess Pie I - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic Southern desserts, few can rival the delicious simplicity of a chess pie. This traditional dessert has a rich history in the South, with variations that can be found in countless family cookbooks and cherished recipes handed down through generations. One such variation is the Lemon Chess Pie, which adds a bright and tangy flavor to the sweet custard filling.

This Lemon Chess Pie recipe is a wonderful way to showcase the tartness of fresh lemons in a dessert th...

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Ingredients

  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white cornmeal
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • ½ cup milk
  • 2 lemons, juiced
  • 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine eggs, sugar, cornmeal, melted butter, milk, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Mix until sugar is dissolved, but do not beat. Pour filling into unbaked pie shell.
  • Bake at 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and continue to bake until set, about 45 minutes more. Serve at room temperature.
  • Nutrition

    365 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 110mg
    • Sodium: 201mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 38g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 118mg