Add sugar and flour to the bowl and beat to combine. Scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl well to ensure even mixing. Beat in the melted and cooled butter. Add buttermilk, …
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The presence of buttermilk is what gives buttermilk pie its unique flavor and makeup. Chess pie, on the other hand, prides itself in using cornmeal for its rich filling. Two very different ingredients with two very different outcomes. Super sweetness within a Chess Pie and tangy zest amongst a Buttermilk Pie.
While some confuse buttermilk pie with similar variations like chess pie and custard pie, it has a distinct personality all its own, and this buttermilk pie recipe proves it. Chess pie typically includes either vinegar or cornmeal in the filling, often both, while custard pie skips the buttermilk altogether and often opts for a dash of nutmeg.
This old-fashioned Southern dessert deserves a second look. Unlike our gooey peach cobbler, festive bourbon balls, and classic caramel cake, buttermilk pie is an old-fashioned Southern dessert that doesn't quite get the attention it deserves.