Andrea's Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie

November 23, 2013

This pecan pie recipe has been a Thanksgiving tradition in my family for many years. It is a recipe that I created myself years ago, inspired by traditional pecan pie recipes but with an extra kick to make it more special and unique. I added a combination of flavors that my husband and I really enjoy, such as maple and bourbon. This recipe is a big hit over the holidays. My in-laws ask me to bake this pie every year for both Thanksgiving AND Christmas. This recipe is for 2 pies because trust me,

Pie Ingredients (makes 2 pies)
1 pkg. Pillsbury pie crusts (2 rolls)
2 cups sugar
8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 large whole eggs
2 cup plus 4 tablespoons dark corn syrup
1 cup pure maple syrup
4 tablespoons bourbon or dark rum
2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3 cups (2- 5 1/4 ounce bags) crushed pecans
1 large egg yolk
2 tablespoons heavy cream
Bourbon whipped cream (optional; recipe included below)

Bourbon Whipped Cream Recipe Ingredients:
1 c whipping cream
2 teaspoons confectioners (powdered) sugar
2 tablespoons bourbon (I recommend Jim Beam or Jack Daniels)

1. Roll out your Pillsbury pie crusts into two 9-inch pie pans. Try to leave a 1/2 inch overhang. 2. Heat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, whisk together sugar, butter, 8 whole eggs, corn syrup, maple...
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Nutritions

Calories
536

Sodium
245mg
10% DV

Fat
36g
56% DV

Protein
3g
7% DV

Carbs
39g
13% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV