Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Introduction

This Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie combines the warm spices of autumn with a luscious maple cream and a crisp brûlée topping. With a flaky homemade crust and a hint of bourbon, it’s the perfect dessert to impress at any seasonal gathering.

Ingredients

• 2 cups sifted Baker’s Corner All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baker’s Corner Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1/4 cup ice cold water
• 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces (1 1/2 sticks or 12 tablespoons)
• 1 egg white, lightly beaten (for egg wash)
• 3 large eggs
• 1 (15 ounce) can Baker’s Corner 100% Pure Canned Pumpkin
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons bourbon
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
• 3/4 cup Specially Selected 100% Pure Maple Syrup
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons Baker’s Corner Granulated Sugar (for brûlée topping)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a food processor, combine the sifted flour, sugar, and salt by pulsing briefly. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, white vinegar, and ice cold water.
2. Step 2: Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture and pulse until the mixture resembles small coarse crumbs. Gradually sprinkle the egg and water mixture over the flour and butter while pulsing until the dough begins to come together.
3. Step 3: Remove the dough from the food processor, shape it into a disc, wrap tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
4. Step 4: Preheat the oven to 375°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Transfer the dough into the pie plate, trim excess, and crimp edges decoratively.
5. Step 5: Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove weights and parchment, then brush crust with beaten egg white. Lower oven temperature to 350°F.
6. Step 6: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, canned pumpkin, sour cream, vanilla, bourbon, cinnamon, salt, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and allspice until smooth.
7. Step 7: Heat the maple syrup in a saucepan until simmering. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly. Remove from heat and gradually whisk in the heavy cream until smooth.
8. Step 8: Whisk the warm maple cream mixture into the pumpkin filling until fully combined. Pour the filling into the baked pie crust evenly.
9. Step 9: Bake at 350°F for 55 to 60 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Remove and cool completely at room temperature.
10. Step 10: Refrigerate the pie overnight to set flavors. Before serving, sprinkle granulated sugar evenly on top and caramelize it with a kitchen torch to create a golden brûlée crust.
11. Step 11: Slice and serve chilled or slightly warmed for a cozy, elegant autumn dessert.

Tips & Variations

• Use chilled butter and cold water to ensure a flaky crust that won’t become tough.
• For a non-alcoholic option, substitute bourbon with vanilla extract or apple cider.
• If you don’t have a kitchen torch, place the sugared pie under a broiler for a minute or two, watching closely to avoid burning.
• Add chopped toasted pecans on top before serving for added texture and flavor.

Storage

Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat individual slices gently in the microwave or enjoy cold. The brûlée topping is best crisp right after caramelizing but will soften if refrigerated.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the crust ahead of time?

Yes, the dough can be made and refrigerated for up to 2 days before rolling out and baking.

What if I don’t have pumpkin puree?

You can substitute with canned sweet potato or butternut squash puree for a similar texture and flavor profile.

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This Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie beautifully combines the rich flavors of spiced pumpkin filling with a sophisticated bourbon twist and a crisp brûlée topping. A buttery flaky crust encases a velvety pumpkin custard infused with warming spices, bourbon, and maple cream, finished with a caramelized sugar crust for an elegant autumn dessert perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy fall evenings.

• Author: luca
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 75 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling and cooling time)
• Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie, serves 8 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

• 2 cups sifted Baker’s Corner All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Baker’s Corner Granulated Sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
• 1/4 cup ice cold water
• 3/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces (1 1/2 sticks or 12 tablespoons)
• 1 egg white, lightly beaten (for egg wash)

Filling

• 3 large eggs
• 1 (15 ounce) can Baker’s Corner 100% Pure Canned Pumpkin
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons bourbon
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

Maple Cream Mixture and Brûlée Topping

• 3/4 cup Specially Selected 100% Pure Maple Syrup
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons Baker’s Corner Granulated Sugar (for brûlée topping)

Instructions

1. Prepare the crust: In a food processor, pulse together the sifted flour, granulated sugar, and salt briefly. In a small bowl, whisk the egg, white vinegar, and ice cold water until combined. Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture and pulse until coarse crumbs form. Gradually sprinkle in the egg mixture while pulsing until the dough just begins to come together.
2. Chill the dough: Remove the dough from the processor, shape into a disc, wrap tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up the dough and improve its texture for easier handling.
3. Preheat oven and roll out crust: Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer by folding in half and place into a 9-inch pie plate. Unfold and press gently to fit the pan, trimming excess dough. Crimp the edges by folding and pinching to create a decorative rim.
4. Bake the crust: Line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans to prevent shrinking. Bake for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove weights and parchment. Brush the crust lightly with the beaten egg white. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
5. Mix the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, canned pumpkin, sour cream, bourbon, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and allspice until fully combined and smooth.
6. Prepare maple cream mixture: Heat the maple syrup in a saucepan over medium until it reaches a simmer. Allow to simmer for 2–3 minutes to slightly thicken. Remove from heat and slowly whisk in the heavy cream, streaming it in gradually to create a smooth, well-incorporated mixture.
7. Combine filling and pour into crust: Whisk the warm maple cream mixture into the pumpkin filling thoroughly. Pour this combined filling evenly into the partially baked pie crust.
8. Bake the pie: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55 to 60 minutes. The center should be set but slightly jiggly when gently shaken. Remove from the oven and let the pie cool completely to room temperature.
9. Chill and finish: Refrigerate the pie overnight to allow flavors to meld and filling to set properly. Before serving, sprinkle the top evenly with granulated sugar and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar, forming a golden, crisp brûlée crust.
10. Serve: Slice and serve chilled or slightly warmed to enjoy a rich, creamy pumpkin dessert with a sophisticated bourbon flavor and a crisp caramelized topping.

Notes

• Be sure your butter is very cold when making the pie crust to ensure flakiness.
• Using a kitchen torch is recommended for caramelizing the brûlée topping for even browning without affecting the filling.
• Allow the pie to chill overnight for best flavor and texture development.
• If you do not have pie weights, dried beans or rice can be used to prevent crust shrinkage during blind baking.
• Adjust bourbon quantity slightly to taste but avoid adding too much to prevent altering the pie’s texture and bake time.

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