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Strawberry Lemon Chess Pie Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Strawberry Lemon Chess Pie is a delightful combination of tangy lemon and sweet strawberries baked into a classic chess pie custard. Featuring a buttery deep dish pie crust filled with a lemony, sweet custard topped with luscious strawberry pie filling and finished with whipped cream, this dessert is perfect for brightening any occasion with its fresh flavors and smooth texture.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 ready-made deep dish pie crust

Pie Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornmeal
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3 tbsp melted butter
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • Zest of two lemons

Topping

  • 1 can strawberry pie filling
  • Whipped cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Bake Pie Crust: Bake the ready-made pie crust according to the package directions until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.
  2. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the custard filling.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the sugar, cornmeal, and all-purpose flour. Whisk these dry ingredients together evenly.
  4. Add Eggs: Crack the eggs into the bowl and whisk thoroughly to combine them with the dry ingredients, forming a smooth base for the custard.
  5. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Stir in the melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the egg mixture, mixing well until the filling is smooth and well combined.
  6. Fill Pie Crust: Pour the lemon custard filling evenly into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out gently with a spatula to create an even surface.
  7. Bake Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly golden on top.
  8. Cool Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack for about 2 hours to reach room temperature and set further.
  9. Add Strawberry Topping: Once cooled, spread the canned strawberry pie filling evenly over the top of the lemon chess pie.
  10. Chill Pie: Refrigerate the assembled pie for an additional 2 hours to chill and allow the flavors to meld together.
  11. Serve with Whipped Cream: Before serving, generously top the chilled strawberry lemon chess pie with whipped cream for added richness and creaminess.
  12. Enjoy: Slice and serve this luscious, refreshing pie to enjoy the balance of tart lemon and sweet strawberry flavors in every bite.

Notes

  • Using fresh lemon juice and zest intensifies the bright citrus flavor in the pie.
  • Make sure the pie filling is set before removing it from the oven to avoid a runny custard.
  • Chilling the pie enhances its flavors and makes it easier to slice cleanly.
  • Whipped cream adds a creamy contrast but can be omitted for a lighter dessert.
  • You can use homemade strawberry topping for a fresher taste instead of canned.

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