Cheddar Cheese Pie
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of a classic Cheddar Cheese Pie, a favorite comfort food that seamlessly marries flaky, buttery pastry with a creamy, cheesy filling. This recipe features sharp, grated cheddar cheese combined with a velvety mixture of heavy cream, milk, and eggs, all nestled inside a tender, golden crust. With a hint of optional spices like cayenne pepper and onion powder to add depth, this dish is perfect as a hearty brunch centerpiece, a casual dinner, or a crowd-pleasing party offering. Ready in just over an hour and serving six, this easy-to-make Cheddar Cheese Pie is a timeless blend of simplicity and flavor that will have you coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Ice water
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 0.5 cups Milk
- 3 large Eggs
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Onion powder (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Cut the cold unsalted butter into cubes and incorporate it into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the ice water one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Do not overwork it.
Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Carefully transfer the dough to the dish, pressing it into the bottom and sides. Trim any excess overhang and crimp the edges if desired.
In a medium bowl, whisk the heavy cream, milk, and eggs together until smooth. Stir in the grated cheddar cheese, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and onion powder, if using.
Pour the cheese mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
Allow the pie to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.7 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 106.5 g | 532% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1053 mg | 351% | |
| Sodium | 2932 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.4 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 98.1 g | 196% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.6 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 1878 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 866 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
