Maple-Bourbon Pumpkin Pie
Maple-Bourbon Pumpkin Pie is a delightful twist on a classic dessert, blending the warm flavors of spiced pumpkin with the rich sweetness of maple syrup and the subtle kick of bourbon. This pie features a flaky, buttery crust that perfectly encases a velvety filling, making each bite a cozy experience perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings at home. Serve it warm with whipped cream or ice cream, and watch as it becomes the star of your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 (9-inch) pie crust
- 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out the pie crust and place it in a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, maple syrup, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Allow to cool before serving with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (135g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute dark brown sugar for added flavor depth. For non-alcoholic options, replace bourbon with extra maple syrup or vanilla extract. This pie can be made a day ahead; refrigerate tightly covered.