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Decadent Bourbon Pecan Pie with Dark Chocolate Chips

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A rich and indulgent pecan pie enhanced with bourbon and dark chocolate chips, perfect for holiday celebrations and cozy gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves (toasted lightly)
  • ½ cup semi-sweet or bittersweet dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position your oven rack in the lower third.
  2. Toast the pecans by spreading 1 ½ cups pecan halves on a baking sheet and baking for about 8 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove and let cool.
  3. Roll out the unbaked 9-inch pie crust into the pie dish, trim excess dough, and crimp edges. Chill in the fridge while preparing the filling.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 cup light corn syrup, ¾ cup packed brown sugar, 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons bourbon, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon salt until smooth and glossy.
  5. Scatter half the toasted pecans evenly over the chilled crust. Sprinkle ½ cup dark chocolate chips over the pecans. Pour half the filling evenly on top.
  6. Repeat layering with the remaining pecans, chocolate chips, and filling.
  7. Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake for 55 to 65 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly.
  8. Cool the pie completely on a wire rack for at least 3 hours before slicing.

Notes

Toast pecans to enhance flavor and crunch. Use room temperature eggs for smoother filling. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too fast. Cool pie fully before slicing for best texture. Use a sharp serrated knife dipped in hot water for clean cuts. Can substitute corn syrup with honey or maple syrup. For vegan, use flax eggs and coconut oil. For gluten-free, use almond flour crust.

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