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colonial chess pie

Colonial Chess Pie Recipe

Walking through the cobblestone streets of the historic colonial town of Williamsburg, Virginia, I found myself immersed in the rich heritage and culinary traditions of the past.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Englabd
Keyword: colonial chess pie recipe
Servings: 8
Calories: 292kcal

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Bowl
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups, and spoons
  • strainer
  • Spatula
  • Wooden spoon
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking Sheets or Pans,

Ingredients

  • - ¼ cup milk
  • - 2 eggs
  • - ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - ¼ cup butter
  • - ½ cup light brown sugar
  • - ⅛ cup sifted all-purpose flour
  • - ½ cup white sugar
  • - 1 9 inch unbaked pie crust
  • - ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to a cozy 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). It's like setting the stage for a delicious show!
  • In a saucepan, join forces with ½ cup light brown sugar, ½ cup white sugar, ⅛ cup sifted all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt. Pour in the comforting ¼ cup of milk and introduce the buttery goodness of ¼ cup butter.
  • Heat this delightful mixture, stirring like a maestro, until the sugars dissolve, and the butter dances into a silky blend. Remove from heat and let it cool, creating a sweet symphony in your kitchen.
  • In a grand bowl, whisk together 2 eggs, 1 egg yolk, and the enchanting touch of ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until it's as smooth as a colonial ballroom dance.
  • Incorporate the cooled sugary potion from Step 2 into this egg dance. The result? A harmonious filling ready to take the spotlight.
  • Pour this luscious filling into a waiting 9-inch unbaked pie crust. It's like dressing up your creation for the grand ball!
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, gracefully lower the temperature to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C) and continue the dance for an additional 25 minutes.
  • As your pie emerges, puffed and golden, allow it to cool before the grand slicing ceremony. The anticipation only adds to the sweet victory.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, try using dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • To enhance the taste, you can add a splash of bourbon or rum to the filling mixture.
  • To prevent the crust from over-browning, you can cover the edges with foil halfway through baking.
  • For a decorative touch, sprinkle some cinnamon or nutmeg on top of the pie before baking.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing to ensure the filling sets properly.

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcal
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