Bourbon Pecan Pie

5 from 2 votes

What could be better than pecan pie? Add bourbon for a decadent twist! Warm, oaky bourbon delivers a boozy delight with a more complex flavor, perfect for the holidays.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 1

Total Time 1 50

Servings

Calories 512kcal

Author Imma

Ingredients

1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade pie crust)
3 large eggs
1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons Bourbon
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup light corn syrup
1½ cups pecans, coarsely chopped (reserve about ¼ cup to decorate if desired)
Ice cream for serving

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure the pie bakes evenly.
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, melted butter, bourbon, salt, and corn syrup until blended.
Scatter the pecans on the bottom of the pie crust and pour the corn syrup mixture evenly over them, saving about ¼ cup for topping if you want a decorative touch.
Pour the mixture into the pie crust. Arrange the reserved pecans on top in a decorative pattern.
Bake on a baking sheet for 40-50 minutes or until the filling sets and the crust turns golden brown.
Take the bourbon pecan pie out of the oven, and cool completely (1-2 hours). The rest time allows the pie filling to set, making it easier to slice.
Serve with vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert.

Notes

To avoid cracks in your pie, avoid overbaking. The center should be slightly wobbly as the residual heat will continue to cook it after coming out of the oven.
You can use your pie crust as is, but if you're worried it might get soggy, you can blind-bake it. Poke small holes in the bottom of the crust with a fork, fill it with beans so the crust doesn't lift, and partially bake it for 5-8 minutes. Another trick is brushing the crust's bottom with beaten egg whites.
Let it cool to room temperature before slicing so the filling can firm up.
Set your baking pan on a pizza stone for an extra crispy crust.
Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

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