Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Pie Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the Filling:

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3/4 cup dark corn syrup
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pie Crust:

   • In a food processor, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold butter pieces and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough comes together and forms a ball.
   • Flatten the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

3. Roll out the Pie Crust:

   • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled pie crust into a circle large enough to fit a 9-inch pie dish. Transfer the dough to the pie dish and trim any excess dough, leaving a 1-inch overhang. Fold the overhang under and crimp the edges decoratively.

4. Prepare the Filling:

   • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, dark corn syrup, eggs, bourbon whiskey, vanilla extract, and melted butter until well combined.
   • Stir in the pecan halves until evenly coated with the mixture.

5. Assemble the Pie:

   • Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly.

6. Bake the Pie:

   • Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.

7. Cool and Serve:

   • Allow the bourbon pecan pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.

8. Enjoy:

   • Serve slices of the bourbon pecan pie on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Enjoy the rich, nutty flavor with a hint of bourbon in every bite!

Note: Store any leftover pie tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Allow it to come to room temperature or gently reheat before serving for the best flavor and texture.