Decadent Brown Butter Whiskey Pecan Pie

Decadent Brown Butter Whiskey Pecan Pie

240 mins
medium
12 servings

A rich and flavorful pecan pie with a browned butter crust and a hint of Irish whiskey. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy weekend treat.

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Equipment Needed

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Pastry Cutter
  • Pie Dish
  • Rolling Pin
  • Saucepan

Ingredients

  • 170.00 gramsAll-Purpose Flour(Use a high-quality flour for a better texture.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonKosher Salt(Use Diamond Crystal kosher salt for best results.)
  • 113.00 gramsUnsalted Butter(Cold butter is key for a flaky crust.)
  • 56.00 gramsCold Water(Use ice water for optimal results.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonWhite Vinegar(Adds tang and helps with dough formation.)
  • 1.00 eachEgg Yolk(For the egg wash.)
  • 1.00 tablespoonHeavy Cream(For the egg wash.)
  • 85.00 gramsUnsalted Butter(For the brown butter filling.)
  • 312.00 gramsDark Corn Syrup(Adds richness and moisture.)
  • 106.00 gramsBrown Sugar(Use packed brown sugar.)
  • 3.00 eachLarge Eggs(Room temperature eggs mix better.)
  • 45.00 mlIrish Whiskey(Use a high-quality Irish whiskey for best flavor.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonVanilla Extract(Enhances the flavor profile.)
  • 1.00 teaspoonKosher Salt(Season to taste.)
  • 312.00 gramsPecans(Roughly chopped.)

Instructions

1

Combine flour, salt, and cold butter in a bowl. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Add ice water and vinegar, mixing until dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

Roll out dough, transfer to a 9-inch pie dish, and crimp edges. Prick bottom with a fork.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

4

Chill for another 30 minutes or freeze for 10 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).

Estimated time: 10 minutes

5

Brush edges with egg wash. Add parchment paper and pie weights to the crust. Par-bake for 15 minutes.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

6

Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

In a bowl, combine brown butter, corn syrup, sugar, eggs, whiskey, vanilla, and salt.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Pour filling into the par-baked crust. Sprinkle pecans evenly over the filling.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until set and slightly browned. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Estimated time: 40 minutes

11

Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Estimated time: 5 minutes