Maple Chess Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 (9-inch) pie crust
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup evaporated milk
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, maple syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon.
3. Pour the filling into the pie crust.
4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
5. Let the pie cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Information (per slice):

• Calories: 400
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 100mg
• Sodium: 160mg
• Carbohydrates: 50g
• Protein: 6g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and decadent
• Creamy and custard-like
• Maple flavor adds a unique twist
• Perfect for a special occasion

User Comments:

• "This Maple Chess Pie was simply delicious! The maple syrup added a wonderful flavor that made it stand out from other chess pies I've had."
• "I love that this pie is so easy to make. It's the perfect dessert for busy weeknights."
• "The creamy filling and buttery crust were a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this pie again and again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use a deep-dish pie crust to prevent the filling from overflowing.
• If you don't have maple syrup, you can substitute 1/2 cup of honey.
• To prevent the crust from burning, cover the edges with foil halfway through baking.
• Let the pie cool completely before serving to allow the filling to set.