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Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie

Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie

Experience the delightful Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie, a twist on a classic favorite enhanced with bourbon and a crunchy sugar topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Whole wheat flour for nuttier flavor
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Can swap with coconut sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 large egg Vegan option: flax egg
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar Adds tenderness
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use cold, cubed butter
For the Filling
  • 1 can pure canned pumpkin Fresh roasted pumpkin can work
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be used
  • 1/2 cup bourbon Non-alcoholic bourbon or vanilla extract can substitute
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup Honey can work
  • 1 cup heavy cream Coconut cream for dairy-free option
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For the brûlée finish

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Oven
  • Kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pie Crust: Pulse flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor. Whisk egg, vinegar, and ice water, then blend with butter until coarse. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Pre-Bake the Crust: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake crust for 15 minutes. Brush with egg white and lower temperature to 350°F.
  3. Make the Filling: Whisk eggs, pumpkin, sour cream, bourbon, and vanilla in a mixing bowl. Heat maple syrup and mix in cream. Combine with pumpkin mixture.
  4. Bake the Pie: Pour filling into crust, smooth the top, and bake for 55-60 minutes. Cool completely and refrigerate overnight.
  5. Brûlée the Topping: Sprinkle sugar on chilled pie and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Check for jiggle in the center before removing from oven. Use quality bourbon for the best flavor balance.

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