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Kentucky Derby Pie

Kentucky Derby Pie: Southern Comfort with a Bourbon Twist

Kentucky Derby Pie is a rich Southern dessert with chocolate, pecans, and bourbon, perfect for celebrations or cozy nights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pecans toasted and chopped
  • 1 cup Chocolate melted
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon or vanilla extract for non-alcoholic
  • 1 cup Sugar or sugar substitute
  • 3 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Butter melted
  • 1 pie crust Pie Crust gluten-free if desired
For the Bourbon Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Whipping Cream or coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1 tbsp Additional Bourbon

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish, pricking it with a fork. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  2. Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Remove, chop coarsely, and set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine melted chocolate, sugar, and eggs. Whisk until smooth. Stir in melted butter and bourbon, then fold in toasted pecans.
  4. Pour the mixture into the pre-baked pie crust and bake for 55 minutes at 325°F (160°C) until the center jiggles slightly.
  5. Allow the pie to cool for 1-2 hours at room temperature before serving.
  6. Chill a mixing bowl and beaters, then whip the cream until soft peaks form. Gradually drizzle in bourbon, continuing to whip until firm peaks form.
  7. Slice the cooled pie and top with bourbon whipped cream. Garnish with toasted pecans or a dusting of cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the pie cools completely before cutting. Consider using a gluten-free crust for dietary needs.

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