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Perfect Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe with Easy Candied Pecans Tutorial

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A rich and comforting bourbon pecan pie featuring a gooey filling and crunchy candied pecans, perfect for holidays and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves, fresh and firm
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • ¾ cup light corn syrup
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for candied pecans)
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for candied pecans)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Let the pie crust come to room temperature.
  2. Prepare the candied pecans: Toss 1 cup of pecans with granulated sugar and cinnamon in a mixing bowl. Spread evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crisp. Let cool completely.
  3. Mix the pie filling: In a large bowl, whisk together light corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, bourbon, and salt until just combined.
  4. Fold in the remaining ½ cup of pecans gently.
  5. Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, trim excess dough, and crimp edges.
  6. Pour the filling evenly into the crust without overfilling.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set and center jiggles slightly. Cover crust edges with foil halfway through if browning too fast.
  8. Cool the pie completely at room temperature for at least 2 hours to set the filling.
  9. Top with candied pecans just before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better filling texture. Don’t overmix the filling to avoid toughness. Tent crust edges with foil if browning too quickly. Let pie cool fully before slicing to prevent runny filling. Candied pecans add a crunchy texture and can be customized with spices or chocolate.

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