What is the best bourbon to use for pie?

I wouldn't use your best bottle, but also don't use something that you wouldn't drink. We keep a bottle of Jim Beam or comparable quality for cooking and baking purposes.

Should I parbake the crust?

No, you don't need to parbake the crust for pecan pie.

Does pecan pie need to be refrigerated?

Pecan pie does not need to be refrigerated. The sugar content is very high, so it's okay to leave at room temperature after baking. That said, I usually end up putting it in the refrigerator after cutting it because that's just my preference.

Why did the filling seep under the crust and stick to the dish?

If the pie is too full, it can cause some of the filling to spill out and get underneath the crust, which will cause it to stick. Avoid over-filling the crust but withholding a couple of tablespoons to 1/4 cup of the filling, if needed.

What if I don't like bourbon?

Then don't make this pie. If you find bourbon to be a strong flavor, reduce the amount by 1-2 tablespoons.

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe Without Corn Syrup

Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie Without Corn Syrup

slice of chocolate chip bourbon pecan pie on a white plate with a gold fork next to it.

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This decadent chocolate bourbon pecan pie made without corn syrup is the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert to share with your loved ones. With dark chocolate chips, toasted pecans, brown sugar, bourbon, and a hint of honey flavor, this pie is easy to make and sure to be a new family favorite!

Author: Kaleigh
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Yield: 1 pie 1x
Category: dessert
Method: baked
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 pie crust, unbaked
1 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
4 large eggs
2/3 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
2 tbsp butter, melted
4 tbsp bourbon
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1 1/4 cup pecan halves

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375° F.
Roll out pie crust and press into a 9" pie pan. Shape the edges in any way you like. Use a fork to gently pierce the crust in a few places.
Spread chocolate chips over the bottom of the crust.
In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, honey, vanilla, salt, butter and bourbon very well.
Pour the filling over the chocolate chips.
Arrange pecans in a single layer over the top of the filling.
Bake 45 minutes or until filling is set.
Let pie cool completely before cutting.

Notes

If you find the flavor of honey to be too strong, you can swap half of it for maple syrup or another liquid sweetener.
If you find the flavor of bourbon to be very strong, you can reduce the amount by 1-2 tablespoons.
If you like, sprinkle the top of the pie with flaky sea salt to offset the sweetness a little bit.
Pecan pie can be stored at room temperature, covered.
Avoid filling the crust too full. This can cause the filling to seep over the top and then under the crust, resulting in the crust sticking to the dish.

If your pie pan is very deep, or 10 inches across, you can use 1.5 times the filling:

6 large eggs
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup honey
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp salt
3 tbsp butter, melted
6 tbsp bourbon

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