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Pineapple Chess Pie

A popular Southern dessert, chess pie is distinguished by its rich, custardy filling and straightforward ingredients. It's the kind of pie that evokes memories of Sunday dinners, family get-togethers, and cozy, loving kitchens. However, a magical thing occurs when pineapple is added. The classic creamy sweetness of chess pie is combined with a vibrant, tropical twist in this Pineapple Chess Pie, giving it a novel and thrilling taste.
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Course: Baking, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 deep dish pie shell unbaked (or 1 graham cracker pie shell, your choice)
  • 1/2 cup butter room temperature
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 can 8 oz crushed pineapple, drained
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Method
 

Preheat Oven:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Prepare the Pie Shell:
  1. If using an unbaked pie shell, place it in a 9-inch pie plate and set aside. If using a graham cracker crust, no prebaking is necessary.
Make the Filling:
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs:
  1. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Add Flour and Pineapple:
  1. Stir in the flour until just combined. Then fold in the drained crushed pineapple and vanilla extract.
Pour Filling into Shell:
  1. Pour the filling evenly into the prepared pie shell.
Bake:
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
Cool and Serve:
  1. Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Chill in the refrigerator if you prefer it cold.
  2. Enjoy!