Why do people like pecan pie?

People love pecan pie for its perfect balance of textures and rich nutty sweetness. The sticky sugary filling pairs beautifully with the crunch of roasted pecans and a buttery flaky crust. When you upgrade it to bourbon pecan pie chocolate everything changes. The warm depth of bourbon and pockets of melted chocolate lift every bite. It stops being just a holiday classic and becomes a year round indulgence. This version hits all the notes sweet rich toasty and indulgently bold. That is why pecan pie especially bourbon pecan pie chocolate never goes out of style.

How long is bourbon pecan pie good for?

Bourbon pecan pie chocolate keeps well for up to five days in the fridge if covered tightly. The bourbon acts like a natural preservative deepening flavor while the chocolate keeps the filling moist. For longer storage freeze slices wrapped in foil for up to two months. When reheating always use the oven never the microwave to keep the pie’s texture. Whether on day one or day five this pie holds its integrity beautifully. That is one reason I keep bourbon pecan pie chocolate in regular rotation year round.

What is another name for chocolate pecan pie?

Chocolate pecan pie is sometimes called Derby Pie though that name is trademarked. What sets bourbon pecan pie chocolate apart is its bolder deeper flavor profile with adult warmth. Some call it Southern chocolate pie or bourbon chocolate nut pie but I keep it simple. Bourbon pecan pie chocolate says exactly what it is a mashup of elegance nostalgia and comfort baked to impress.

What is a bourbon pie?

A bourbon pie is any pie using bourbon as a key flavor often in custard or nut fillings. For bourbon pecan pie chocolate the bourbon complements toasted pecans and brings out the richness of dark chocolate. It creates a sophisticated bite that lingers boozy nutty and slightly caramelized. Think of it as a flavor enhancer and mood setter. The result is a dessert with soul structure and serious flavor no standard pie can match.

Bourbon Pecan Pie Chocolate

Name: Bourbon Pecan Pie Chocolate
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 85 min
Yield: 1 9-inch pie
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 stick (4 oz) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 1/4 cup ice water; 2 cups pecans (about 7 ounces); 3 large eggs; 3/4 cup dark brown sugar; 2/3 cup light corn syrup; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 3 tablespoons bourbon; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips

Description

This bourbon pecan pie chocolate blends rich pecans, deep dark chocolate, and smooth bourbon in a flaky homemade crust. The perfect mix of elegance and comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust:

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

2 teaspoons sugar

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1 stick (4 ounces) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces

1/4 cup ice water

Filling:

2 cups pecans (about 7 ounces)

3 large eggs

3/4 cup dark brown sugar

2/3 cup light corn syrup

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

3 tablespoons bourbon

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

3/4 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips

Ingredients for Bourbon Pecan Pie Chocolate including pecans, chocolate, flour, eggs, and butter

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Instructions

1. Pulse flour, sugar, and salt in a food processor.

2. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal.

Pie dough for Bourbon Pecan Pie Chocolate mixing in a food processor

3. Stir in ice water until dough forms. Shape into disk and chill 30 minutes.

4. Roll dough into 12-inch round on floured surface.

Pie crust dough rolled out on a marble surface with rolling pin

5. Fit into 9-inch pie plate, trim and crimp edges. Chill until firm.

6. Toast pecans at 375°F for 8 minutes, chop coarsely.

7. Whisk eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla, melted butter, bourbon, and salt in large bowl.

8. Stir in chopped pecans and chocolate chips.

9. Pour filling into chilled crust. Bake at 375°F on lower rack for 55 minutes.

10. Cool at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Notes

To Store: Refrigerate covered up to 5 days.

To Freeze: Wrap slices tightly and freeze up to 2 months.

To Reheat: Use oven at 300°F for 8–10 minutes for best texture.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 450
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 15g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 85mg