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Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie

A delicious twist on the traditional pumpkin pie featuring rich bourbon and a caramelized sugar top for a satisfying crunch.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Course Dessert, Holiday
Cuisine American, Fall
Servings 8 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust

  • 2 cups sifted Baker’s Corner All-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Baker’s Corner Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • ½ teaspoon white vinegar
  • ¼ cup ice cold water
  • ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces (1 1/2 sticks or 12 tablespoons)
  • 1 egg white lightly beaten (for egg wash)

For the Filling

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 15 ounce can Baker’s Corner 100% Pure Canned Pumpkin
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¾ cup Specially Selected 100% Pure Maple Syrup
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tablespoons Baker’s Corner Granulated Sugar (for brûlée topping)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Gather all your ingredients to ensure a streamlined cooking process.
  • In a food processor, combine the sifted flour, sugar, and salt by pulsing briefly.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, white vinegar, and ice-cold water.
  • Add the cold butter pieces to the flour mixture and pulse until the mixture resembles small coarse crumbs.
  • Gradually sprinkle the egg and water mixture over the flour and butter while pulsing until the dough starts to come together.
  • Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Baking the Pie Crust

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Trim excess edges.
  • Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes until golden.
  • Remove from the oven and brush the crust lightly with the beaten egg white.

Preparing the Filling

  • Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, canned pumpkin, sour cream, vanilla extract, bourbon, cinnamon, salt, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and allspice until fully combined.
  • Heat the maple syrup in a saucepan until it simmers, then whisk in the heavy cream, creating a smooth mixture.
  • Whisk the warm maple cream mixture into the pumpkin filling until thoroughly incorporated.
  • Pour the filling evenly into the pre-baked pie crust.

Baking the Pie

  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight.

Finishing Touch

  • Before serving, sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar over the top of the pie and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar.
  • Slice and serve the pie chilled or slightly warmed.

Notes

Store the pie in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or freeze it wrapped tightly for a month. For best flavor development, prepare a day in advance.
Keyword Autumn, Bourbon, Brûlée, Pumpkin Pie, Thanksgiving Dessert