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Bourbon Brûlée Pumpkin Pie

A delightful twist on traditional pumpkin pie, enhanced with bourbon and a crispy brûléed top, perfect for autumn gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 260

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Filling
  • 1 15 oz can pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon Adds depth of flavor
For the Brûlée Topping
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar For top caramelization
For the Pie Crust
  • 1 store-bought pie crust or your favorite homemade recipe

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Place your store-bought or homemade pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Press it tightly against the edges.
Making the Filling
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, spices, and bourbon. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Baking
  1. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie crust.
  2. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 45-50 minutes until the filling is set in the middle.
Brûlée Topping
  1. Once the pie cools, sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over the top.
  2. Use a kitchen torch to brûlée the sugar until it melts and forms a crispy caramelized layer. Alternatively, use a broiler for a minute, monitoring closely.
Chilling and Serving
  1. Let the pie cool in the fridge for about 2 hours, slice, and serve with whipped cream.

Notes

Don’t overbeat the eggs to avoid cracks. Chill the pie for enhanced flavors and easier slicing.