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Bourbon Pumpkin Pie with Salted Brown-Butter Pecan Streusel Recipe

Bourbon Pumpkin Pie with Salted Brown-Butter Pecan Streusel Recipe

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Indulge in the rich flavors of Bourbon Pumpkin Pie topped with a decadent Salted Brown Butter Pecan Streusel. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in, this dessert is sure to impress with its blend of warm spices and crunchy topping.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 pie crust 9-inches; unbaked

Bourbon Pumpkin Pie

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 ¾ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • ½ cup evaporated milk

Salted Brown Butter Pecan Streusel

  • ⅓ cup butter unsalted
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ cup pecans, coarsely chopped

Instructions

  1. Bourbon Pumpkin Pie – Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Mix in pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, bourbon, and evaporated milk until smooth. Pour batter into the pie crust. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce to 350°F and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, top with streusel, and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Cool.
  2. Salted Brown Butter Pecan Streusel – Melt butter in a pot over medium heat until golden brown. Transfer to a dish and cool slightly. Mix in brown sugar, salt, flour, and pecans. Crumble mixture over the pie and bake for 10 minutes.
  3. Final Steps – Ensure pie is set in the middle. Cool, refrigerate, and serve cold with whipped cream.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use dark brown sugar in the pie filling.
  • Ensure the butter for the streusel is cooled slightly before adding other ingredients.

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Keywords: Bourbon Pumpkin Pie, Salted Brown Butter Pecan Streusel, Holiday Dessert, Pumpkin Recipe