Highway Cafe Chess Pie

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 4

Delectable Highway Cafe Chess Pie recipe for your dessert cravings

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

475

Sugar

42g

Fat

28g

The Highway Cafe Chess Pie is a classic Southern dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. This simple yet flavorful dessert is a staple of roadside diners and cafes along the highways and back roads of the South. The pie is known for its custard-like filling that has a slightly crunchy topping and is flavored with sweet raisins and rich, nutty walnuts. It is often served with a dollop of whipped cream and a hot cup of coffee or tea.

Instructions

1.	Place the raisins in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Let soak for 5 minutes and then drain.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla and sour cream.
4.	Stir in the raisins and chopped walnuts and mix well.
5.	Pour the filling into the baked pie crust.
6.	Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes or until the pie is set and golden. Let cool before serving.

PROS

This pie is sweet, nutty, and rich in flavor.
The raisins add natural sweetness and a chewy texture, while walnuts provide a nice crunch.

It is simple and easy to make with very few ingredients.

It can be enjoyed hot or cold, with whipped cream or ice cream on top.

CONS

This pie is high in sugar and calories, so it should be consumed in moderation.

The high content of fat in the butter and walnuts may not be suitable for people with certain dietary restrictions.

It may take some practice to get the consistency of the filling just right.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pie may not be the healthiest dessert, it does provide some benefits.
Raisins contain fiber, vitamins, and minerals such as iron and potassium.
Walnuts are a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids and provide antioxidants.

	1 1/4 cups raisins
	1 cup white sugar
	1/2 cup butter
	3 eggs
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1/4 cup sour cream
	1 cup chopped walnuts
	1 pie crust , baked and cooled