Bourbon Pumpkin Pie with a Salted Brown Butter Pecan Streusel
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Bourbon Pumpkin Pie featuring a Salted Brown Butter Pecan Streusel. This sophisticated dessert transforms traditional pumpkin pie into a show-stopping centerpiece, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. The addition of bourbon enhances the rich, creamy filling, while the crunchy streusel topping offers a satisfying contrast. With its easy-to-follow steps, this recipe is accessible to bakers of all skill levels, ensuring you impress your guests with minimal hassle. Make it ahead of time to enjoy a stress-free celebration!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 2 eggs
- 1 3/4 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon bourbon
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- For the streusel: 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- sea salt
- pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, spices, bourbon, and evaporated milk until smooth.
- Pour filling into unbaked pie crust and bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, prepare the streusel by browning butter in a saucepan and mixing with sugar, flour, salt, and chopped pecans until crumbly.
- After the initial baking time, sprinkle streusel over the pie and return it to the oven for another 10 minutes.
- Allow cooling before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (114g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg