Lemon Buttermilk Chess Pie With Black Pepper Crust
Introduction
If you're looking for a delicious and unique dessert to serve at your next gathering, look no further than lemon buttermilk chess pie with black pepper crust. This pie is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy, with a touch of heat from the black pepper crust. It's sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
To make this pie, you will need:- 1 pre-made pie crust- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour- 1 tablespoon cornmeal- 1/2 teaspoon salt- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper- 4 large eggs- 1/2 cup buttermilk- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.2. Roll out your pre-made pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish.3. In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, cornmeal, salt, and black pepper.4. Add the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the bowl and whisk until everything is well combined.5. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.6. Bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.7. Let the pie cool to room temperature before serving.
Black Pepper Crust
To make the black pepper crust, you will need:- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour- 1/4 teaspoon salt- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and black pepper.2. Add the cold, cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand.3. Add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.4. Roll out the dough and use it to line your pie dish before filling with the lemon buttermilk chess filling.
Variations
If you're looking to switch things up, try these variations:- Add a tablespoon of bourbon to the filling for a boozy twist.- Swap out the lemon juice and zest for lime juice and zest for a refreshing twist.- Top the pie with whipped cream and a sprinkle of black pepper for added flavor.
Conclusion
Lemon buttermilk chess pie with black pepper crust is a unique and delicious dessert that is sure to impress. With a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy, this pie is perfect for any occasion. Try out this recipe and let us know what you think!
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