Plain Chess Pie

Prep: 10 min Cook: 40 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Plain Chess Pie offers a rich, sweet, and subtly spiced flavor profile with nutmeg and vanilla, complemented by a buttery crust. Its simple ingredients and hearty taste make it a comforting dessert suitable for family gatherings or casual get-togethers, providing a classic Southern indulgence.

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Ingredients

  • 1 stick margarine, melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Mix all ingredients together and pour into an unbaked pie shell.
  3. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until it sets.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

867 kcal 43% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.2g 34% DV
Total Fat 48.5g 62% DV
Carbs 78.1g 28% DV
Fiber 9.3g 33% DV
Sugar 16g 32% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 291.3mg 13% DV
Potassium 445.3mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 578.3mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 169mcg 19% DV
Vitamin C 13.7mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 3mcg 15% DV
Calcium 235.3mg 18% DV
Iron 6.8mg 38% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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