Chocolate Chess Pie Recipe (Rich Southern Chocolate Dessert)
Chocolate Chess Pie combines the rich custard texture of traditional chess pie with deep chocolate flavor. The result is a dense, fudgy filling with a slightly crackly top baked inside a buttery pie crust.
It's one of the South's most beloved chocolate desserts and perfect for holidays, potlucks, and special occasions.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Rich chocolate flavor
Fudgy texture
Easy to make
Perfect holiday dessert
Southern classic
Chocolate lover favorite
Ingredients
For The Pie
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
For The Filling
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tablespoon cornmeal
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup evaporated milk
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Oven
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Place pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
Step 2: Make Filling
In a large bowl whisk together:
Sugar, Butter, and Eggs
Add:
Cocoa powder, Cornmeal, Flour, Vanilla, Salt, and Evaporated milk.
Mix until smooth.
Step 3: Fill Pie
Pour filling into prepared crust.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 45-55 minutes until center is mostly set.
Step 5: Cool
Allow pie to cool completely before slicing.
Tips For The Best Chocolate Chess Pie
Use high-quality cocoa powder.
Let cool completely.
Serve slightly warm.
Add whipped cream if desired.
What To Serve With Chocolate Chess Pie
Vanilla Ice Cream
Coffee
Hot Chocolate
Fresh Berries
Storage
Store covered at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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Final Thoughts
This Chocolate Chess Pie is rich, fudgy, and loaded with chocolate flavor. It's a Southern dessert that belongs in every chocolate lover's recipe collection.