Best 5 Black Walnut Chess Pie Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in the Southern delight of black walnut chess pie, a classic dessert with a rich, nutty flavor and a creamy, smooth texture. This delectable treat combines the sweetness of sugar and corn syrup with the distinctive taste of black walnuts, resulting in a pie that is both satisfying and unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the steps of creating the perfect black walnut chess pie, ensuring a delicious and memorable dessert experience.

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CHOCOLATE WALNUT COCONUT PIE



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Make and share this Chocolate Walnut Coconut Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Pie

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, melted
1 cup sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon chocolate-flavored liqueur (or vanilla extract)
3/4 cup walnuts, chopped
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (Ghiradelli)
1/2 cup coconut
1 9" unbaked pie shell
whipped cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix ingredients in the order given.
  • Pour into the unbaked pie shell.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Serve with whipped cream.

BASIC BLACK WALNUT PIE



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Black walnuts are abundant here in the Ozarks. My aunt gave me this walnut pie and I think it's one of the best pies I've ever tasted. -Helen Holbrook, De Soto, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup chopped black walnuts

Steps:

  • Combine 1 tablespoon sugar and flour. Sprinkle into the pastry shell; set aside. , In a small saucepan, bring the corn syrup, brown sugar and remaining sugar just to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. Let cool for 3 minutes. , Gradually stir eggs into hot mixture. Add walnuts and mix well. Pour into pastry shell. Bake at 325° for 55-60 minutes or until top is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 22g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 222mg sodium, Carbohydrate 75g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

BLACK WALNUT PIE



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Most years, I have a large supply of black walnuts and am always looking for new ways to use them up. This dessert, which is similar to traditional pecan pie, has been a favorite for years.-Shirley Sutton, Garnavillo, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
3 tablespoons butter
3 eggs
1 cup chopped black walnuts
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the corn syrup, brown sugar and 1/2 cup sugar; bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; stir in butter until melted. In a bowl, beat eggs. Gradually stir in hot mixture; mix well. Add walnuts. Combine flour and remaining sugar; sprinkle over bottom of pastry shell. Pour walnut mixture into shell. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until browned.

Nutrition Facts :

CHESS PIE



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This is a very old Southern recipe. It's a very sweet, rich pie which cannot be described as anything but marvelous. This is not my personal recipe but was passed to me by my grandmother and from her grandmother and so on and so forth.

Provided by T. Knecht

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Vintage Pie Recipes     Chess Pie Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup butter
2 cups white sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs
1 tablespoon cornmeal
¼ cup evaporated milk
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix the butter, sugar and vanilla together. Mix in the eggs, then stir in the cornmeal, evaporated milk and vinegar until smooth.
  • Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, then reduce heat to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) for 40 minutes. Let cool. Cut and top servings with whipped cream. You will think you have died and gone to heaven.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.3 calories, Carbohydrate 62 g, Cholesterol 125.8 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 242.3 mg, Sugar 51.1 g

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.

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Tips

- For the best flavor, use fresh black walnuts. If you can't find them, you can substitute pecans or another type of nut. - To toast the walnuts, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. - If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or a glass to roll out the pie dough. - To prevent the pie crust from shrinking, chill it for at least 30 minutes before baking. - To make sure the pie is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the pie is done. - Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before serving. This will allow the filling to set. ###

Conclusion

Black Walnut Chess Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, buttery flavor and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give Black Walnut Chess Pie a try. You won't be disappointed.

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