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    Bourbon Pecan Pie

    Published: Sep 20, 2021 · Modified: Oct 11, 2022 by Jere Cassidy · This post may contain affiliate links. · 40 Comments

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    It's hard to resist an old fashioned Pecan Pie. But for this recipe, we've taken that sweet and salty flavor up a notch with the addition of a warm spicy bourbon that adds even more flavor, and I promise, this Bourbon Pecan Pie will be a favorite dessert.

    A whole pecan pie next to a blue towel.
    Bourbon whiskey pecan pie

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    Are you ready for it...a flaky pie crust, with a gooey caramel-flavored custard, topped with sweet and crunchy pecans all in one luscious bite of pie goodness. That is what this pie is all about.

    Pecan Pie goes back to the late 1800s with southern origins since pecans are grown in the southern states. This pie became immensely popular when a recipe was published on the Karo syrup bottle. And, now, this delightful caramelly, nutty pie has become a holiday classic dessert. In some areas it's still known as a Karo Pecan Pie.

    Seriously, Thanksgiving and Christmas without a pecan pie just wouldn't be right. But please don't wait for the holidays to make this pie, because it is just as delicious in the middle of July when you are having a bbq. So move aside the lemon meringue pie and serve this beauty instead.

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    • More recipes with pecans
    • Ingredients
    • Why bourbon?
    • The pecans - whole or chopped
    • Corn Syrup - light or dark
    • Pie Crust - homemade or store-bought
    • 🥧Let's make a pie
    • 🌡️Baking Temps and Tips
    • Serving and Storing
    • How to freeze a pecan pie
    • More Pie questions?
    • More favorite pies and tarts
    • Recipe

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    Ingredients

    • Large Eggs
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Dark Corn Syrup - you can use light
    • Butter - salted or unsalted
    • Vanilla extract
    • Bourbon - use your favorite
    • Salt
    • Pecans - for this recipe I used chopped pecans
    • Flaked Sea Salt
    • 9" Pie Crust

    This recipe, like almost all pecan pie recipes, is really simple. It basically comes down to mixing everything together, but there are a couple of decisions to be made along the way...

    A close up picture of John J. Bowman Bourbon from Virginia

    Why bourbon?

    Bourbon is a relatively sweet liquor that lends itself well to desserts, and its subtle smokiness adds a layer of richness that works surprisingly well in pecan pie. Depending on the brand, the bourbon may also have some vanilla, caramel, and cinnamon notes. 

    With that being said, you don’t need to be worried about the bourbon overpowering the other ingredients. While its flavor is noticeable, it is most definitely mellow - this isn’t a particularly boozy dessert.

    When it comes to choosing a bourbon for your pie, anything works. My advice would be to use whatever you have on hand. If you’re not much of a whiskey person but still want to give this recipe a go, consider grabbing a mini/airplane-sized bottle from the liquor store.

    The spice and smokiness of the bourbon pairs well with the sweet pecans. It's a culinary flavor match.

    The pecans - whole or chopped

    To chop or not to chop? Personally, I like to give them a quick, fairly rough chop. I prefer the texture, and it makes it easier to get clean slices since you’re cutting between the pieces rather than through them. If you want to use whole pecans, this recipe will still work perfectly fine, so feel free!

    Some folks recommend that you toast the pecans before baking your pie, but I don’t think it makes much of a difference in the final product. I figure that’s because the pecans spend about an hour in a hot oven anyway.

    A cutting board and knife with chopped pecans
    Chopping pecans

    Corn Syrup - light or dark

    When you’re shopping for corn syrup, you’ll have to choose between light and dark. There honestly isn’t a huge difference in taste once everything is mixed together and baked, but I prefer dark because it has more of that rich, molasses flavor that you would expect from pecan pie. If you can only find the light variety or already have some at home, it’s completely fine to use that instead of dark.

    Corn syrup adds sweetness and does not crystalize like granulated sugar and this helps with the creaminess of the pie filling.

    Pie Crust - homemade or store-bought

    The last thing you might be wondering about is the crust. Making a pie crust is not a complex process.  Right here on the One Hot Oven blog is a great recipe for How To Make A Flaky Pie Crust, and it walks you right through the steps for making a flavorful pie crust that will be perfect for this easy pecan pie.

    Never fear, if you just don't like making pie crusts just use a frozen pie crust.

    🥧Let's make a pie

    Step 1. Prepare a pie crust for a single-layer pie (not a deep dish.) Roll out the dough and place it on the pie plate and crimp the edges.

    Unrolling pie dough over a pie plate.
    Unroll the pie dough

    Step 2. Make the filling in one large mixing bowl. Add the eggs and lightly beat with a fork.

    Step 3. To the bowl, add the sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, bourbon, and salt then mix until thoroughly combined.

    Step 4. Add the chopped pecans to the mixing bowl and stir well.

    Step 5. Pour the pie filling into the prepared pie shell and bake for 55 - 65 minutes in a 350-degrees F. oven.

    A pie with unbaked pecan pie filling
    Add the pecan pie filling

    Step 6. When the pie is done remove it from the oven and let cool completely before cutting, this usually takes about two hours.

    🌡️Baking Temps and Tips

    I’ve seen a range of baking temperatures recommended in various pecan pie recipes, and some will even tell you to start high (400 - 425 F) and then finish baking at a lower temp (325 - 350 F). I like to keep things simple and go with 350 degrees the entire time. A higher temperature will, not surprisingly, give your pie more of a crispy, caramelized top.

    As your pie bakes, check on the color of the crust occasionally. If it gets too dark, you can wrap it in aluminum foil to stop the browning on top of the pie. When your pie is done, the edges should be firm, but the middle will spring back or even have a bit of jiggle - it will continue to set more as the pie cools.

    A bourbon pecan pie with a slice of pie on a white plate
    The best Pecan Pie with bourbon

    Serving and Storing

    When your pie has finally cooled and it’s time to serve, consider sprinkling some flaky sea salt on top. Visually, it gives a beautiful layer of texture, and the bursts of salt contrast so well with the sweet pie. 

    A slice of bourbon pecan pie on a white plate
    A delicious slice of pecan pie

    If you have leftover pie, make sure to store it in the refrigerator since it contains eggs. It should be good for 4-5 days. You can also freeze the pie.

    How to freeze a pecan pie

    Baked pecan pies freeze well so if you have leftover pie wrap it in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil.

    • Also if you plan on serving this pie for the holidays you can bake the pie anytime and freeze it. Then all you have to do is let the pie thaw. This frees up your time and the oven during this busy time.
    • You can also freeze individual slices of pie which are perfect for those days you just want a slice. Wrap up the slice in plastic wrap, then wrap it in foil and freeze.
    • To serve, take the foil off of the frozen pie and then thaw it in the refrigerator, before bringing it to room temperature. Put the pie in the oven for 10 minutes at 325 degrees if you want a warm pie.

    More Pie questions?

    Does a bourbon pecan pie taste like alcohol?

    During the baking process the alcohol burns off and you are left with just the flavor of the bourbon.

    Can this pie be made with whiskey?

    Yes, you can use the same amount of whiskey instead of bourbon. Depending on the brands the flavor will be somewhat different, but still very tasty.

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    Recipe

    A whole pecan pie next to a blue towel.

    Bourbon Pecan Pie

    Jere' Cassidy
    For all pecan pie lovers, try this Bourbon Pecan Pie for a bit of indulgence. The bourbon adds a nice mellow smoky flavor and takes this pie to a new level of deliciousness.
    4.89 from 45 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Pie
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8
    Calories 351 kcal

    Equipment

    • large mixing bowl
    • Cream pie plate

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 eggs
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup dark corn syrup
    • ¼ cup butter
    • 1 tsp. vanilla
    • 2 tablespoons bourbon
    • ¼ tsp. salt
    • 1 ¼ cups chopped pecans
    • 1 9" unbaked pie shell
    • 1 tsp. flaky sea salt optional

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. F.
    • Prepare the pie crust. If making your own. Roll out the dough and place in a 9" pie plate, crimp the edges. Make sure this is not a deep dish pie plate.
    • In a large bowl lightly beat the eggs, then add the sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, bourbon, and salt; stir well until the mixture is combined.
    • Stir in the pecans then pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
    • Bake for 55-65 minutes. The pie should be almost completely set but still bounce bake in the center.
    • All the pie to cool for 2 hours on a wire rack. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt before serving, if desired.
    • Cover the pie with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to three days.

    Notes

    You can make a homemade pie dough or a store-bought pie dough will work for this recipe.
    As the pie bakes check the color to make sure it's not getting too dark.  You can cover the pie with a sheet of foil to keep it from getting too dark.
    This pie can be made without the bourbon or you can substitute whiskey instead of bourbon.
    I prefer using chopped pecans over whole pecans in this pie for easier cutting.  If you do buy whole pecans, chop them on a cutting board before adding them to the filling.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 351kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 158mgPotassium: 123mgFiber: 2gSugar: 53gVitamin A: 111IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    First published: Aug. 19, 2019, Last updated: Oct. 10, 2022 for better readability.

    a bourbon pecan pie

    Thanks so much to Tim Nelson from BBQ Smarts for sharing this luscious Bourbon Pecan Pie inspired by the Goode Company.  Make sure you check out his site for some great grilling tips and tricks, and of course, his delicious recipes.

    Thank you for stopping by the One Hot Oven blog.  Please leave a comment to say Hello or just let me know what you are baking these days, I always love hearing from fellow bakers. Have any questions or just want to chat about the recipe? My contact information is on my about page, and I’ll be happy to help.                                                                                                                                                     

    About Jere'              

    From learning to cook on a farm in Indiana to culinary school in California, my passion for food is never-ending.  Turning on my oven to bake something for friends and family is my happy place, and I am glad to be here at One Hot Oven sharing both sweet and savory family-friendly recipes for your cooking and baking inspiration.

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    2. Pavani Gunikuntla

      October 02, 2021 at 7:29 am

      5 stars
      I love pecans and this pie looks absolutely delicious. Can't wait to try it soon.Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    3. Jacqueline Debono

      September 26, 2021 at 2:09 am

      5 stars
      I first saw this recipe a while back and finally gave it a try the other day! So happy with the result. Easy to make and super tasty. Will be making this pecan pie again soon!

      Reply
    4. Anindya S Basu

      September 25, 2021 at 7:42 pm

      This is one of the most interesting recipes I have come across in the recent times. Will definitely try this at home for sure.

      Reply
    5. Lathiya

      September 25, 2021 at 12:03 am

      5 stars
      The pecan pie looks great. I'm sure the flavor is amazing. Can't wait to try this recipe.

      Reply
    6. Deborah

      September 22, 2021 at 8:42 pm

      5 stars
      This bourbon pecan pie looks so delicious. Perfect for Thanksgiving. I love a pecan pie with a little spirit in it.

      Reply
    7. Kristen

      November 27, 2019 at 7:27 am

      Your instructions mention milk yet there is no mention of milk in the list of ingredients.

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        November 27, 2019 at 9:33 am

        Thanks for pointing that out, Garrett fixed the recipe today and took the milk out of the instructions.

        Reply
    8. Ramona

      September 03, 2019 at 5:27 am

      5 stars
      Yours looks perfect, mine did not come out as pretty but I have to say it tastes..... divine. I wil make this again and I cannot care less about any sins.

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        September 03, 2019 at 8:56 am

        Glad you tried it. There is something about adding the bourbon that gives it the perfect flavor.

        Reply
    9. Mikayla

      September 02, 2019 at 10:06 am

      5 stars
      Pecan pie is one of those treats I like to make and keep all for myself during the fall months, I just love sugary caramelized pecans and a good flaky crust! I'm really looking forward to this bourbon infused one, like next level delicious, I most certainly won't be sharing...at least not the first batch!

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        September 03, 2019 at 8:58 am

        I have been known to hide food around my house. I have made stuff that I never got a taste of.

        Reply
    10. katie

      September 02, 2019 at 3:04 am

      5 stars
      I love love love pecan pie, and I love bourbon! Put them together and it sounds like a total winner!

      Katie xoxo

      Reply
    11. Jenni LeBaron

      September 01, 2019 at 8:59 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! The only way to make pecan pie more delicious is bourbon. This pie recipe looks perfect for Thanksgiving at my house!

      Reply
    12. Jacqui Debono

      September 01, 2019 at 4:37 pm

      Pecans are so easy to come by where we live, and my husband loves pecan pie, but I never think to make it. Will definitely save this recipe for fall!

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        September 03, 2019 at 9:01 am

        It's strange as much as we love pecan pie I feel I have to wait for fall to make it.

        Reply
    13. Mirlene

      September 01, 2019 at 11:28 am

      5 stars
      I agree - bourbon pecan pie is definitely one of those recipes that are a staple in each family. Really keen to try your vision of the pie! 🙂

      Reply
      • Jere Cassidy

        September 03, 2019 at 9:07 am

        So true, everyone has a recipe. Hope you try this one.

        Reply
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