Lemon Strawberry Chess Pie

Introducing the delectable Lemon Strawberry Chess Pie! A perfect lemon dessert for your special occasion, or any time!

This dessert combines the zesty brightness of lemons with the sweet allure of ripe strawberries, all nestled within a rich and buttery chess pie. This exquisite dessert harmoniously marries contrasting flavors and textures, offering a symphony of tastes in every bite. One of the best berry desserts we make!

With its crisp, golden crust, luscious lemon filling, and juicy strawberry accents, this pie is a true masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Join us as we explore the irresistible fusion of citrusy tang and fruity sweetness in this Lemon Strawberry Chess Pie, a dessert that embodies the very essence of indulgence and summertime delight.

A chess pie is a classic Southern dessert that consists of a simple and rich filling made from basic pantry ingredients such as eggs, sugar, butter, and cornmeal or corn syrup. The filling is typically sweet and has a slightly gooey or custard-like texture when baked. It is often flavored with vanilla or a small amount of vinegar, which gives it a unique tangy sweetness.

There are various variations of chess pie, including lemon chess pie, chocolate chess pie, and buttermilk chess pie, each with its own distinctive flavor profile. Chess pies are typically baked in a pie crust, and they are enjoyed for their sweet, custardy, and sometimes slightly tart taste.

The origin of the name “chess pie” is a subject of debate and speculation, with various theories suggesting that it may have evolved from “cheese pie” (originally “chest pie”) or that it was simply a corruption of the term “just pie” due to its simplicity. Regardless of its etymology, chess pie is a beloved Southern dessert that has become a staple in Southern cuisine and is enjoyed by many people across the United States.

Strawberry Lemon Desserts

Here are a few scrumptious strawberry lemon dessert ideas to tantalize your taste buds:

1. Lemon Strawberry Bread: Rich, flavorful, moist bread that is bursting with summer flavors.
2. Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes: These cupcakes feature lemon-flavored cake filled with fresh strawberry compote, topped with lemon cream cheese frosting and a strawberry slice.
3. Strawberry Lemon Tart: A buttery tart crust filled with a luscious lemon curd and adorned with fresh strawberries. It’s a perfect blend of tart and sweet.

Strawberry Lemon Chess Pie Recipe

Now let’s dig into the recipe for this scruptious, tangy, delectable chess pie!

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Lemon Strawberry Chess Pie

Sweet, tangy, creamy pie full of Lemon and Strawberry flavor!

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time35 minutes mins

Total Time45 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Chess pie, lemon, lemon strawberry chess pie, pie, strawberry

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 ready-made deep dish pie crust
• 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
• 1 can of strawberry pie filling

Instructions

• Bake ready made pie crust according to package directions.
• Remove and set to the side.
• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees
• In a large bowl combine sugar, cornmeal, flour, and eggs.
• Mix to combine using a whisk.
• Stir in melted butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
• Mix well to combine.
• Pour the lemon mixture into the prepared pie crust, spread evenly.
• Bake for 35 minutes or until filling is set.
• Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 2 hours on a wire rack.
• Top with strawberry pie filling.
• Place into the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours.
• When chilled, top with whipped cream.