![]() ![]() And of course, the toasted pecans on top. I don’t really care for bourbon, but when the alcohol is cooked out and I’m left with that smoky flavor, it’s so good. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 10 minutes. The layer that forms above the chocolate tastes like bourbon, and in this recipe it’s sweetened with maple syrup and coconut sugar. But when it bakes the chocolate sinks to the bottom and makes this delicious chocolate layer right above the crust. When you make the filling for this healthier chocolate bourbon pecan pie, the pecans and the chocolate are all mixed together. ![]() This pie is all about the filling anyways! Add the corn syrup, sugar, bourbon and the chopped chocolate. Or really, you can even just buy pie crust. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and melted butter. In a large saucepan set over medium heat, melt 5 tablespoons butter. ![]() But for this healthier chocolate bourbon pecan pie? I will make the sacrifice and make a pie crust from scratch. cup light brown sugar, lightly packed cup granulated sugar cup all-purpose flour 1teaspoon kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal) pound (1 stick). You’ll have to forgive me for my pie crust not being really pretty, but I’ve said on here before that I just don’t like making pie crust. This combination is a match made in heaven, and I’m a little upset it took me this long to try it. And while there is nothing wrong with indulging over the holidays, I’ve had a few requests to lighten up traditional pecan pie, and I’m here to deliver with this healthier chocolate bourbon pecan pie. Most pecan pie recipes contain corn syrup and a lot of sugar. Great selection Lynda and Brian Here’s a snapshot of the rest of our delicious menu. Vueve Clicquot, one of my personal favorites. But I know for a lot of people, it’s a staple recipe to enjoy for Thanksgiving or Christmas or both. Wine Pairing Champagne turned out to be an excellent pairing with this chocolatey, rich, nutty dessert. We didn’t have it for Thanksgiving or for Christmas, and up until a few years I had never even tried it. I will confess, I never grew up eating pecan pie. ![]()
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