This Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie is a rich and gooey dessert that combines the flavors of bourbon-soaked pecans with velvety chocolate in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for special occasions or holiday gatherings, this pie is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pie crust
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a small saucepan, heat bourbon over medium heat until reduced by half. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a large bowl, mix together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir in chopped pecans and chocolate chips.
- Pour mixture into prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
Interesting Facts
Pecan pie is a classic Southern dessert that dates back to the early 19th century.
Bourbon adds a rich and complex flavor to this traditional recipe.
Chocolate chips take this pie to another level of indulgence.