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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Dessert Recipes » Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie

    Published: November 6, 2020 / Updated: November 16, 2024 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie

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    Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie is a tasty twist on a Thanksgiving classic. With a rich chocolate pie filling, a little smoky bourbon flavor, and nutty pecans, this pie is easy enough to make any time of year!

    left half of Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with pie crust cutouts in leaf and flower shapes with pecan halves as pie decoration in a white pie pan on blue table.

    With Thanksgiving coming up, I've got PIE on my mind. Who am I kidding: I always have dessert on my mind!

    What kind of pie do you prefer: apple, pumpkin, or pecan pie?

    I tend to prefer untraditional holiday pies. Like these Apple Pie Bars, Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars, and Mini Pecan Pies (AKA Pecan Tassies).

    So I developed this untraditional Thanksgiving pie recipe that's a chocolate-y twist on classic pecan pie.

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    • ❤️ Why you'll love this pie
    • 🍫 Ingredients
    • ✅ Step-by-step instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • 🍽 Serving ideas
    • More fall dessert recipes
    • Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie

    ❤️ Why you'll love this pie

    Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with pie crust cutouts in leaf and flower shapes with pecan halves as pie decoration in a white pie pan on blue table.

    Chocolate is an amazing ingredient to enjoy in dessert any time of year. But pair it with bourbon and pecans, and it's a triple threat of deliciousness!

    This Chocolate Bourbon Pecan pie is perfect for Thanksgiving and other holidays.

    • It serves 8-10 people, depending on how big you slice each serving.
    • The flavors are well-balanced in this pie. The chocolate adds sweetness, which is balanced by the salty, crunchy pecans. Then the bourbon adds a hint of added smokiness.
    • If people can't eat pecans (like me!), they can simply take them off the top of the pie. This is actually the selfish reason I added them this way, instead of incorporating them into the pie.
    • You can make it a day or two in advance, so you're not stressed out the day of Thanksgiving trying to cook and bake ALL THE THINGS.

    🍫 Ingredients

    pie crust with pie weights in a pie pan on blue table.

    To make this chocolate bourbon pecan pie recipe, you'll need:

    • Pie crust - In order to make this easy as, well, pie, recipe, start with a store-bought, pre-made. You can, of course, use your favorite homemade pie crust recipe if you prefer.
    • Pie weights - to hold the crust down while it pre-bakes. If you don't have pie weights, you can use beans, or even pearl couscous as I did in a pinch in the photo above.
    • Semi-sweet chocolate bar - You'll want to choose a good quality You can use something like a Sharffenberger, Guittard, or Ghiradelli bar. I use Baker's Semi-Sweet Baking Bar, which tends to cost half the price as the others, and the results are usually delicious.
    • Bourbon - Choose your favorite kind to use in this pie. If you don't have a favorite, consider Jim Beam, Bulleit, or Buffalo Trace Bourbon.
    • Pecans - I like the look of pecan halves but you can also use chopped pecans.
    • Sweetener - I used a combination of brown sugar and dark corn syrup. Since I used dark corn syrup, I balanced it out with light brown sugar. If you use light corn syrup, use dark brown sugar to balance it out. 
    • Butter - Since pecans are naturally salty, use unsalted butter in the pecan pie filling. 

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

    This is a quick overview with step-by-step photos. You'll find the full list of ingredients and more detailed instructions in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

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    Preheat your oven to 350°F.

    1. Roll out the prepared pie crust and press into your baking pan/dish. Pre-bake the pie crust.
    2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt together the butter and chopped chocolate. Stir until smooth, and then remove from heat and allow to cool.`
    3. In a large bowl, whisk together cooled chocolate mixture, corn syrup, eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, bourbon, and salt. Then pour the filling mixture into the prepared crust.
    4. Arrange pecan halves over the filling. If you've cut out decorative shapes from another round of pie crust, go ahead and add those to the top as well.
    5. Now you can either carefully place the filled baking pan into the middle rack of your oven. Or, you can place it to a large rimmed baking sheet, and then place into the middle rack of your oven (the baking sheet simply makes it easier to transfer without spilling).
    6. Bake the pie at 350°F for 30-40 minutes. The pie will be done when the filling is set and barely jiggles when you move the pan.
    7. When done, remove pie from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    corner of Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie closeup of decorative pie crust leaf and flower cutouts.
    What can I substitute for bourbon in pecan pie?

    If you don't have bourbon, you can use whisky, brandy, or cognac. If you prefer a non-alcoholic substitution, you can use vanilla extract.

    How do I store chocolate pecan pie?

    To refrigerate: Allow the pie to cool completely on your kitchen counter. Cover the pie and pan with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    To freeze: Wrap the remaining pie or individual slices in parchment paper, and then tightly wrap plastic wrap around the pie. Place into a freezer-safe ziplock bag. Or, for additional protection, place into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 3 months.

    Can I use chocolate chips instead of a chocolate bar?

    Yes, you can melt chocolate chips instead of a chocolate bar. As long as the chocolate melts, you can use it. So feel free to use chocolate chunks or semisweet chocolate chips.

    What is the best kind of bourbon to use in pecan pie?

    You’ll notice a much better flavor if you use a good bourbon, like Maker’s Mark. But since you’re only using a splash of bourbon (two tablespoons), it’s ok to use any type that you have.

    How do you make gluten-free pecan pie?

    Use gluten-free pie dough or make your own crust for a delicious bourbon-chocolate pecan pie.

    🍽 Serving ideas

    right half of Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with pie crust cutouts in leaf and flower shapes with pecan halves as pie decoration in a white pie pan on blue table.

    This delicious dessert is great for holidays. It's a beautiful addition to the Thanksgiving table, Christmas, and Easter. It's also a fantastic easy pie to serve as dessert with almost any dinner.

    One of the best way to serve it is with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top. The vanilla ice cream will taste delicious with the chocolate.

    Some main dishes that go well with chocolate bourbon pecan pie:

    • Citrus Herb Turkey Breast
    • Small Thanksgiving Dinner at Home
    • Air Fryer Whole Chicken
    • One Pan Garlic Rosemary Beef Roast with Potatoes

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    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

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    Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie

    5 from 6 votes
    Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 40 minutes mins
    Total Time: 55 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    Sweet chocolate, bourbon, and crunchy pecans make a beautiful, well-balanced pie perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday!
    Servings: 8 slices
    Calories: 322kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 6 tablespoons butter
    • 4 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
    • ¾ cup dark corn syrup
    • 4 large eggs
    • ½ cup light brown sugar
    • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
    • 2 tablespoons bourbon
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ cup pecan halves
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375° degrees.

    Pre-Bake the Pie Crust

    • Roll out prepared pie crust and press into your pie pan. Then place parchment paper or foil over the crust and fill the pan with pie weights (can use beans or grains instead). Bake for 20 minutes. Remove parchment paper/foil and bake the crust until it's a pale golden color, about 5 to 10 minutes longer.
    • Lower oven temperature to 350° degrees. Spread the pecan halves onto a baking sheet. Bake for 5-10 minutes. Remove and set aside.

    Make the Filling

    • In a small saucepan over low heat, melt together the butter and chocolate. Stir until smooth, then remove from heat and allow to cool.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together cooled chocolate-butter mixture with corn syrup, eggs, sugar, cocoa powder, bourbon and salt. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust. Arrange pecans over filling. OPTIONAL: if you cut out decorative pieces from a second pie crust (as I did in these photos), add those to the top of the pie not.
    • At this point you can either carefully place the filled baking pan into the middle rack of your oven. Or, you can place it to a large rimmed baking sheet, and then place into the middle rack of your oven (the baking sheet simply makes it easier to transfer without spilling).
    • Bake the pie at 350°F for 30-40 minutes. The pie will be done when the filling is set and barely jiggles when you move the pan.
      When done, remove pie from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

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    Notes

    Refrigerate well-wrapped or in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
    Freeze in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 202mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 164IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    Recipe adapted from NYT Cooking.

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      1. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry says

        November 06, 2020 at 2:44 pm

        5 stars
        This pie has my mouth watering! I just know my whole family would love this but I'd be tempted to keep it all to myself!

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      2. Andrea Metlika says

        November 06, 2020 at 2:18 pm

        5 stars
        Wow! Chocolate and bourbon in a pie! I'm all in for this. Will definitely need to make 2 at a time for my family.

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      3. Jere Cassidy says

        November 06, 2020 at 1:46 pm

        5 stars
        Pecan pie for the holidays is an absolute must, I do love the twist you gave this pie with chocolate and bourbon.

        Reply
      4. Chris Collins says

        November 06, 2020 at 1:45 pm

        5 stars
        Oh my word this is the most delicious pecan pie I've ever seen! Can't wait to try the recipe :)

        Reply
      5. Tammy says

        November 06, 2020 at 1:17 pm

        5 stars
        Oh wow! Chocolate and bourbon?! I'm all in! Pecan pie is one of my holiday favorites...love your twist to this classic!

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