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Classic bourbon pecan pie recipe featuring a rich, gooey filling with toasted pecans, a flaky homemade crust, and a hint of bourbon. A decadent and nutty dessert, perfect for any occasion.

The Best Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe

This homemade Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe features a flaky crust filled with toasted pecans and a rich, bourbon-spiked custard. The perfect balance of sweet, nutty flavors with a sophisticated twist makes this Southern classic absolutely irresistible. Ready in under 2 hours and serves 8-10.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 9 slices
Calories: 490kcal
Cost: $18.90

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Rolling pin
  • Large mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

the Crust:

  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter cubed
  • 3-4 tablespoons ice water

the Filling:

  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • ¾ cup light brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2½ cups pecan halves

Instructions

Pie Crust:

  • Mix flour and salt in a large bowl
  • Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs
  • Add ice water gradually until dough forms
  • Chill for 1 hour

Filling:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
  • Whisk eggs in a large bowl
  • Add corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, bourbon, vanilla, and salt
  • Mix until well combined
  • Stir in pecans

Assembly & Baking:

  • Roll out chilled dough and place in pie dish
  • Pour filling into crust
  • Bake 45-50 minutes until set
  • Cool completely before serving

Notes

  • Test doneness: Center should be slightly jiggly
  • Tent with foil if crust browns too quickly
  • Toast pecans beforehand for extra flavor
  • Use room temperature ingredients

Nutrition

Calories: 490kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 205mg | Potassium: 185mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1.8mg