Description
This Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie combines the creamy richness of a classic pumpkin pie with a hint of bourbon and a perfectly crisp brûlée topping. It’s an indulgent twist on a holiday favorite that’s sure to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for brûlée topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9-inch pie dish with your pie crust, either store-bought or homemade. Set it aside.
- Prepare the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg until the spices are well blended with the pumpkin.
- Add the Eggs and Liquids: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then pour in the heavy cream and bourbon, stirring until smooth and well combined.
- Fill the Crust and Bake: Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes. The pie is done when the filling is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Pie: Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack. This step is important to achieve the perfect texture and allow the flavors to meld together.
- Brûlée the Top: Just before serving, sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top of the pie. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden crust. If you don’t have a torch, place the pie under a broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pie and serve. The combination of smooth pumpkin filling and the crisp brûlée topping is simply irresistible!
Notes
- For a stronger bourbon flavor, add an extra tablespoon of bourbon.
- Ensure the pie is completely cool before caramelizing the sugar to avoid melting the filling.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg