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Dark Chocolate Chess Pie

Dark Chocolate Chess Pie
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Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of Dark Chocolate Chess Pie, a dessert that’s sure to impress at any gathering. This easy-to-make pie features a buttery crust enveloping a luscious dark chocolate filling that offers an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Perfect for family dinners or special occasions, this pie can be prepared ahead of time, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. With its elegant presentation and decadent taste, it’s a dessert that is as enjoyable to make as it is to share with loved ones.

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 (for filling)
  • 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. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add grape juice and ice water; form into a disk, wrap, and refrigerate.
  2. Melt bittersweet chocolate and unsalted butter together in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
  3. Whisk cocoa powder, espresso powder, sugars, salt, cornmeal, and eggs in a bowl. Stir in melted chocolate mixture and whole milk.
  4. Roll out chilled dough and transfer to pie dish. Pour in filling.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 90 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Allow to cool completely before slicing; serve as is or with whipped cream and fresh fruit.

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