This rich, silky chocolate chess pie is a classic Southern dessert. Top it with whipped cream or whipped topping. Use a homemade or chocolate chess pie pie shell.
Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes and articles in her 20 years as a food writer. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. This rich, dark, and delicious chocolate chess pie is a true Southern classic. The pie forms a crusty top with a rich, dark chocolate filling.
The flavor is brownie-like, but with the texture of a silky custard. Serve the pie with whipped topping or homemade whipped cream. Sprinkle with chocolate shavings or drizzle with a little fudge sauce for an extra-special presentation. Line the unbaked pie shell with foil or parchment paper and add pie weights or dried beans to about two-thirds full.
Place the pie shell in the oven and bake it for 15 minutes. Remove the pie weights and the foil or parchment paper. Return the pie shell to the oven for about 5 minutes, or just until it begins to show a little color. Remove the pie shell to a rack and set aside. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 F.