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Dark Chocolate Chess Pie

Dark Chocolate Chess Pie
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Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of our Dark Chocolate Chess Pie, a decadent dessert that will impress your family and friends at any gathering. This delightful pie features a silky custard-like filling made with bittersweet chocolate and a hint of espresso powder, all nestled within a flaky all-butter crust. Perfect for celebrations or cozy nights in, this recipe is straightforward enough for novice bakers while offering an irresistible taste that appeals to everyone. With its deep chocolate flavor and make-ahead convenience, you’ll want to serve this showstopper time and again.

Ingredients

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  • 200 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 140 g unsalted butter (cold)
  • 24 g white grape juice (optional)
  • 1 cup ice water
  • 113 g unsalted butter
  • 56 g bittersweet chocolate
  • 21 g dutch process cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp espresso powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 113 g whole milk
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 106 g dark brown sugar
  • 25 g cornmeal
  • 4 eggs (room temp)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pie crust by mixing flour and salt, cutting in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually to form dough. Chill.
  2. Melt unsalted butter and bittersweet chocolate together on low heat until smooth; let cool.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, espresso powder, salt, sugars, cornmeal, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Combine with melted chocolate mixture.
  4. Roll out chilled dough and fit into a pie dish. Pour filling into the crust.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 90 minutes until edges are set but center remains slightly jiggly. Cool completely before serving.

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