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Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe

This Bourbon Pecan Pie is a sweet, nutty delight with a boozy twist! A flaky pie crust holds a rich, gooey filling made with buttery pecans, brown sugar, and a splash of bourbon for warmth and depth. Perfect for holidays or whenever you're craving a decadent dessert!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Calories: 731kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 8

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked homemade pie crust
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ⅔ cup packed dark brown sugar
  • ⅔ cup light corn syrup
  • ½ cup golden syrup
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2½ cups pecan halves
  • Beaten egg milk, or cream, for brushing the edges
  • Unsweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Instructions

  • Prepare the crust: Unroll store-bought crust into a 9-inch pie pan or roll out homemade dough to a 12-13-inch circle and transfer it to the pan. Crimp the edges and refrigerate.
    Preparing the Homemade Pie Crust for Pecan Pie in a 9-Inch Pie Pan
  • Preheat the oven: Set it to 350°F with a baking sheet on the lower rack to preheat.
  • Make the filling: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, cooking until golden brown (3-5 minutes). Transfer to a bowl to cool.
    Melting Unsalted Butter for Pecan Pie Filling in a Saucepan
  • Mix the filling: Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, golden syrup, eggs, bourbon, vanilla, and salt into the browned butter until smooth.
    Mixing the Brown Sugar, Syrups, Eggs, and Bourbon into the Browned Butter for Pecan Pie Filling
  • Add pecans: Sprinkle chopped pecans into the pie crust, then pour the filling over them.
    Adding Chopped Pecans to the Pie Crust for Pecan Pie
  • Decorate: Arrange whole pecan halves on top if desired, pressing gently into the filling.
    Pouring the Pecan Pie Filling Over Chopped Pecans in the Crust
  • Brush the crust: Apply beaten egg, milk, or cream to the edges of the crust.
    Brushing the Edges of the Pie Crust with Beaten Egg or Cream Before Baking
  • Bake: Place the pie on the preheated baking sheet and bake for 50-55 minutes until golden and set.
    Baking the Pecan Pie in the Oven on a Preheated Baking Sheet
  • Cool: Let the pie cool for about 4 hours before serving at room temperature, optionally with ice cream or whipped cream.
    Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe

Nutrition

Calories: 731kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 45g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 363mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 41g