Maple Chess Pie
The ultimate comfort food, Maple Chess Pie combines rich, creamy textures with a sweet maple flavor that will have you craving more. This easy dessert is perfect for gatherings, making it the ideal choice for your next family dinner. Serve it with whipped cream or ice cream for a delightful treat that everyone will love!
Equipment
- Oven
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Chef's Knife
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch All Butter Pie Crust
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup pure maple syrup
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon maple extract
- ¼ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Roll crust to 1/8-inch thick. Place your crust in a 9-inch pie plate and crimp edges as desired. Chill until ready to fill.
- Whisk melted butter, sugar, maple syrup and eggs until smooth. Add the salt, cornmeal, and vanilla whisk until smooth, then whisk in milk.
- Place the pie crust on a cookie sheet and fill with filling. Cover the edges of the crust with a pie shield to reduce browning. Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes then lower the oven temperature to 350°F and bake an additional 40-45 minutes or until the top is golden and is mostly solid (it will still jiggly slightly in the center).
- Cool completely before slicing (it slices best cold, but tastes better room temperature). Serve plain or with whipped cream or ice cream. Store covered in refrigerator. Pie can be frozen whole or in slices.
Notes
- Tip 1: Store any leftovers in the refrigerator covered. This will keep the pie fresh for several days.
- Tip 2: You can freeze the pie whole or in slices. Wrap it tightly and store it in the freezer for up to three months.
- Tip 3: Try adding nuts or chocolate chips to the filling for an added crunch or richness.
- Tip 4: Serve with whipped cream, ice cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch.
- Tip 5: Experiment with different extracts like almond or hazelnut for a unique twist.