Best 2 Bourbon Walnut Pie Recipes

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Are you in search of the perfect dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your family and friends? Bourbon walnut pie is the answer! This classic Southern dessert combines the nutty flavor of walnuts with the smooth, rich taste of bourbon, creating a decadent and unforgettable treat. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the ultimate bourbon walnut pie, ensuring a delicious and memorable dessert experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BOURBON CHOCOLATE-WALNUT PIE



Bourbon Chocolate-Walnut Pie image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 5h40m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold vegetable shortening
6 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
3 large eggs
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
3/4 cup light corn syrup
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 tablespoons bourbon
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups roughly chopped walnuts
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Combine the flour, granulated sugar and salt in a food processor and pulse to combine. Add the shortening and pulse until it looks like cornmeal. Add the butter and pulse a few times until the butter is in pea-size pieces. Add the vinegar and 1 tablespoon ice water; pulse until the dough starts coming together but is still crumbly, adding 1 more tablespoon ice water if necessary. Turn the dough out onto a piece of plastic wrap; shape into a disk and wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour or overnight.
  • Put a baking sheet on the middle oven rack and preheat to 425 degrees F. Meanwhile, roll out the dough into a 12-inch round on a lightly floured surface. Ease into a 9-inch pie plate. Fold the overhanging dough under itself and crimp with your fingers or a fork. Refrigerate until firm, at least 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, make the filling: Whisk the eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, bourbon, vanilla, salt, walnuts and chocolate chips in a large bowl until smooth. Pour the filling into the crust. Carefully place the pie plate on the hot baking sheet in the oven and reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F. Bake until the crust is golden and the filling is set around the edge but slightly jiggly in the center, 50 to 55 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool completely, 3 to 4 hours.

BOURBON WALNUT PIE



Bourbon Walnut Pie image

Provided by Robin Smith

Categories     Food Processor     Dairy     Egg     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Walnut     Winter     Chill     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

Crust:
2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large egg
1 tablespoon milk
Filling:
1 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons bourbon
1 1/2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped walnuts (about 3 ounces)
3/4 cup walnut halves (about 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Blend flour, sugar and salt in processor. Add butter and process using on/off turns until mixture resembles coarse meal. Whisk egg and milk in small bowl to blend, then add to processor. Blend until moist clumps form. Gather dough into ball and flatten into disk. Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate 1 hour. (Dough can be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated. Let dough soften slightly before rolling out.)
  • For filling:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk syrup, sugar, eggs, butter, bourbon, flour, vanilla and salt in large bowl to blend. Mix in all walnuts.
  • Roll out dough on floured surface to 14-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Fold edge under; crimp decoratively. Pour filling into prepared crust. Bake until crust is golden and filling is set in center when pie is shaken slightly, about 55 minutes. Cool pie completely in pan on rack.

Tips:

  • Use a dark baking dish. This will help the crust cook evenly and prevent the bottom from burning.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the crust tough.
  • Chill the pie dough before baking. This will help to prevent the crust from shrinking.
  • Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This will help the crust to rise evenly.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Bourbon Walnut Pie is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, buttery crust, creamy walnut filling, and sweet bourbon glaze, this pie is sure to be a hit. By following the tips above, you can make the best Bourbon Walnut Pie possible.

So what are you waiting for? Grab a few simple ingredients and give this recipe a try today. You won't be disappointed!

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