Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee

Indulge in Southern Charm: A Rich and Creamy Chocolate Silk Pie with a Cookie Crumb Crust Welcome to a week-long celebration of authentic Southern sweet treats with Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee! Today, we’re diving into a classic favorite—Chocolate Silk Pie. Perfectly rich, silky smooth, and decadently satisfying, this dessert embodies the soulful charm of Southern comfort food. Best of all, our recipe features a delightful cookie crumb crust made with Splenda, making it a delicious choice for those seeking a lower-sugar indulgence without sacrificing flavor. Table of Contents Introduction to Southern Chocolate Silk Pie Ingredients Overview Step-by-Step Recipe Instructions Tips for Success Serving Suggestions & Final Thoughts Introduction to Southern Chocolate Silk Pie There’s something truly special about Southern desserts—rich, comforting, and often infused with nostalgia. The Chocolate Silk Pie is no exception. Its velvety filling, paired with a crunchy cookie crumb crust,...

Indulge in Tradition: A Delicious Southern Sweet Potato Pie Recipe with Splenda Welcome to Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee, where we celebrate authentic Southern sweet treats all week long! Today, we're diving into a classic that warms hearts and spreads smiles: the iconic Southern Sweet Potato Pie. But this isn’t just any recipe — we're making it healthier without sacrificing flavor, using Splenda to satisfy your sweet tooth guilt-free. Whether you’re preparing for family gatherings or simply craving a cozy dessert, this full recipe will become a new favorite in your culinary collection. Table of Contents Why Southern Sweet Potato Pie? Ingredients & Substitutions Step-by-Step Instructions Tips for Perfecting Your Pie Conclusion Why Southern Sweet Potato Pie? Southern Sweet Potato Pie is more than dessert; it’s a tradition passed down through generations. With its creamy filling, warm spices, and flaky crust, it embodies the heart of Southern hospitality. The use of swee...

Country Apple Pie Nothing is more American than a delicious, homemade country apple pie; it's the perfect pie to create for the holidays or any other time. With its yummy, flaky crust, tender-sweet apples, and delightful hint of cinnamon, it's a perfect example of mouth-watering scrumptiousness! Ingredients: 9 large apples, peeled or unpeeled, sliced or diced 1/2 cup of Splenda, or sugar 1/4 cup of self-rising flour 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon 2 tablespoons of butter, cut into small pieces, plus about a tablespoon of melted butter to be brushed over the top pie crust You'll need 2 sheets of prepared pie dough . Instructions: In a bowl, add the prepared apples, 1/2 cup of Splenda or sugar, 1/4 cup of self-rising flour, and 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Mix well.    Add the apple filling to a prepared pie crust, and randomly lay the butter pieces over the filling. You can get all my pie crust recipes here at Newsbreak. (If you're interested, I also have numerous holida...

Grandma Ball's Easy Caramel Pie Introducing Grandma's Easy Caramel Pie! This delectable dessert is a timeless classic that I discovered in my grandmother's handwritten recipe book. As we approach the holiday season, I am thrilled to share some of her vintage recipes with all of you. Get ready to indulge in a slice of nostalgia with this mouthwatering treat! Ingredients: 1 can of Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust Instructions: Place the can of Eagle Brand sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan with a lid. Fill the saucepan with water until the can is completely submerged.  Bring the water to a boil and let the milk simmer in the can for 3 hours. Be sure to check regularly to ensure the can remains covered with water, adding more water as needed. Allow the can of milk to cool before carefully pouring it into the pre-baked pie crust. Use a spatula to create a smooth and visually appealing finish on the pie. This delectable caramel pie is a timel...