Best 4 Cheryls Lemon Chess Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors that is Cheryl's Lemon Chess Pie, a classic dessert that embodies the perfect balance of sweet and tart. This iconic pie features a flaky, buttery crust that encases a luscious, velvety filling bursting with vibrant lemon flavor. The filling, crafted with a harmonious blend of sugar, butter, eggs, flour, and lemon zest and juice, achieves a remarkable texture that is both smooth and luscious, striking a perfect balance between richness and tanginess. Discover the secrets behind this timeless treat as we delve into the detailed recipe, guiding you through each step of the baking process to create a masterpiece that will tantalize taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON CHESS PIE



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This creamy, lemony pie cuts beautifully and has a smooth texture. It's one of my favorites. -Hannah LaRue Rider, East Point, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
4 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon cornmeal
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Unroll crust on a lightly floured surface. Transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edge., In a large bowl, beat eggs for 3 minutes. Gradually add sugar; beat until mixture becomes thick and lemon-colored, 2 minutes. Beat in the lemon juice, butter, cornmeal, flour and salt. , Pour into pastry crust. Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate before serving, 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 283mg sodium, Carbohydrate 71g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

LEMON CHESS PIE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon fine yellow cornmeal
4 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated lemon rind
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice with pulp
One 9-inch unbaked pie shell
1 cup heavy cream, whipped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine the sugar, flour and cornmeal. Blend well, then add the eggs and combine well. Add the milk and mix then stir in the melted butter, lemon rind and juice. Pour this filling into the crust and cover then edge of the crust with foil to prevent it from burning, taking care not to touch the filling. Bake at 375 degrees F for 45 minutes, removing the foil after 30 minutes. Cool and serve or refrigerate overnight but let sit out 3 hours before serving to warm up slightly. Serve with dollops of whipped cream.

CHESS PIE



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings (one 9-inch pie)

Number Of Ingredients 13

One 9-inch deep-dish pie shell, blind baked according to package directions and cooled
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
1/3 cup whole milk
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon finely ground yellow cornmeal
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla paste

Steps:

  • For the pie: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place the blind-baked pie shell on a rimmed sheet pan.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and eggs until combined. Add the butter, milk, flour, cornmeal, vinegar, vanilla and salt. Whisk until well blended.
  • Pour the filling into the prepared pie shell and bake until the center of the custard is just set and the edges are slightly puffy, 45 to 50 minutes. Let cool completely
  • For the whipped cream: Beat the cream with the confectioners' sugar and vanilla until soft peaks form. Chill until ready to serve.
  • Slice the pie and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

CHESS PIE



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With a sparkling bright lemon flavor, this classic Southern buttermilk chess pie filling is poured into a shortbread crust with hints of spice from freshly ground black pepper. The coarse cornmeal gives the beautiful custardy filling the slightest bit of texture once baked. Consider the baking time below as a guide: The pie is done when it jiggles slowly when moved back and forth. A sprinkling of confectioners' sugar is enough as a garnish to top the pie, and you'd do well to serve each slice with a dollop of whipped heavy cream. It'll help temper the pie's vibrant sweetness.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories     pies and tarts, dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 tablespoons/75 grams cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, plus more for preparing the pan
1 1/2 cups/205 grams all-purpose flour
1/3 cup/63 grams granulated sugar
1 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
1 1/4 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
2 egg yolks
1/4 cup/58 milliliters cold water
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
1 1/4 cups/260 grams granulated sugar
1/4 cup/40 grams medium-coarse yellow cornmeal
1/4 cup/58 milliliters lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
1 cup/230 milliliters buttermilk, preferably full-fat
1/4 cup/56 grams unsalted butter, melted
Whipped heavy cream for serving

Steps:

  • Prepare the pie crust: Generously butter a 10-inch round, fluted tart pan. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper and lemon zest. Working quickly, rub the cold butter into the dry mixture using your fingers or a pastry cutter. Cut the butter into the flour until the pieces are the size of small pebbles. (Alternatively, use a food processor to pulse the dry ingredients with the butter.) Add the egg yolks and the cold water. Using your hands, combine just until the dough comes together in clumps. Gather dough into a ball; flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic and chill at least 30 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Roll out chilled dough between two sheets of parchment or on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch round. Using the rolling pin, transfer dough into the prepared tart pan. Press the dough into the fluted sides and trim any overhang to 1/4 inch above the pan. Chill the dough again for at least 20 minutes.
  • Line the pie dough with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until the crust is lightly browned along the edges and beginning to firm up, about 18 minutes. Remove the pie weights and parchment and bake for another 5 minutes to lightly brown the edges. Press down the surface with the back of a spoon if the crust bubbles. Allow the crust to cool completely before filling. Adjust the oven temperature to 350 degrees.
  • As the crust cools, prepare the filling: Whisk together eggs, yolks, sugar, cornmeal, lemon juice and zest and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in buttermilk and the melted butter.
  • Place the tart pan on a rimmed baking sheet and carefully pour the filling into the cooled pie shell. Bake until the filling is set and jiggles slowly when the tart pan is moved back and forth, about 35 to 40 minutes. Cool pie completely before slicing. Top with a dusting of powdered sugar and serve at room temperature or cold, with some whipped heavy cream on the side.

Tips:

  • Make sure your butter is cold before you start. This will help keep the pie crust flaky.
  • Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will not be as good.
  • Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing will make the filling tough.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. A toothpick inserted into the center of the pie should come out clean.

Conclusion:

Cheryl's Lemon Chess Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make pie that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust and creamy, tangy filling, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious dessert, give Cheryl's Lemon Chess Pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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