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bourbon pecan pie recipe
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Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe

Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie is rich, buttery, and filled with deep caramel-like sweetness from pure maple syrup and a splash of bourbon. Toasted pecans sit in a silky, gooey filling that bakes into the perfect holiday dessert. This pie delivers bold flavor, warm notes, and a classic Southern-inspired twist that feels both elegant and comforting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 Slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves
  • ¾ cup pure maple syrup
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp edges as desired.
  3. Arrange pecan halves evenly in the pie crust.
  4. In a bowl, whisk maple syrup, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
  5. Add eggs and whisk until smooth.
  6. Stir in melted butter, bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt.
  7. Pour filling mixture evenly over pecans.
  8. Bake for 50–55 minutes until center is set but slightly jiggly.
  9. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly.
  10. Cool completely before slicing for clean cuts.

Notes

  • Use real maple syrup for authentic flavor.
  • Toast pecans lightly before baking for a deeper taste.
  • Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours to fully set.
  • Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

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