Best 3 Sorghum Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delectable Sorghum Bourbon Pecan Pie, a harmonious blend of sweet, nutty, and boozy notes. This unique pie features a flaky, buttery crust filled with a luscious filling made from sorghum syrup, bourbon, and pecans. The sorghum syrup lends a rich, molasses-like sweetness, while the bourbon adds a subtle warmth and complexity. Plump pecans provide a delightful crunch and nutty flavor, creating a textural contrast that elevates the pie to new heights. This recipe is complemented by a collection of other tantalizing treats, including a classic Southern Chess Pie, a decadent Chocolate Pecan Pie, and a refreshing Lemon Chess Pie. Each pie offers a unique taste experience, from the creamy, custard-like filling of the Chess Pie to the rich, chocolatey goodness of the Chocolate Pecan Pie. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating these delectable pies with ease.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SORGHUM-SWEETENED CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE



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Chocolate and nuts are the defining duo of Derby pie, a Kentucky classic. To keep this pie in the Southern state of mind, sorghum syrup is used as the main sweetener, and a nip of Bourbon provides an oaky, caramel-y compliment to the buttery pecans.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 disk Test-Kitchen Piecrust
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
1/2 cup sugar
Pinch of salt
2 eggs, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons bourbon
1/2 cup sorghum
1 cup pecans (4 ounces), toasted and coarsely chopped
4 ounces semisweet chocolate (preferably 61 percent cacao), finely chopped (1 cup)
1 stick unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Roll out dough into a 12-inch round (1/4 inch thick) on a lightly floured surface. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim edge, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang, and crimp as desired. Refrigerate crust until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Line crust with parchment, and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until edge of crust is golden, about 20 minutes. Remove weights and parchment, and bake until crust is golden brown and baked throughout, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack, about 1 hour.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Whisk together flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in eggs to combine, then stir in bourbon, sorghum, pecans, and chocolate. Melt butter, and pour over mixture; stir until thoroughly combined. Pour filling into crust, and bake until top is set but center is slightly gooey, about 35 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack, about 1 1/2 hours.

SORGHUM-BOURBON PECAN PIE



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Sorghum-Bourbon Pecan Pie

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Pecan     HarperCollins     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield 8 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

For the crust:
15 shortbread pecan sandies
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 1 tablespoon for buttering the pie plate
For the filling:
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cup sorghum syrup
3 tablespoons bourbon
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 large eggs
1 1/2 cups (6 ounces) toasted and chopped pecans

Steps:

  • For the crust:
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Butter a 9-inch pie plate. In a food processor, pulse the cookies and flour together until pulverized. Add the butter and process until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the prepared pie plate. Bake until lightly browned, 12 to 14 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • For the filling:
  • Put the butter, brown sugar, and salt in a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is melted, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the syrup, bourbon, and vanilla. In a bowl, whisk the eggs together. Temper the egg mixture: slowly whisk 1/2 cup of the warm butter-sugar mixture into the eggs.
  • Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the butter-sugar mixture and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is glossy, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the pecans.
  • Pour the mixture into the crust and bake until the center feels set yet soft, 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack; this will take about 4 hours. Serve at room temperature.

SORGHUM PECAN PIE



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This recipe was posted in the Washington Post in 2006, under Southern/Soul Food/Holiday Dessert, with these comments. Does using sorghum make a difference in a pecan pie?Definitely. The molasses has a fruity, rich taste that goes well with pecans. For the crust, all the ingredients are chilled along the way to make the flakiest...

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Pies

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 15

CRUST:
1 1/2 c sifted all purpose flour
1 Tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp salt
4 Tbsp cold lard, cut into small pieces
1/2 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/4 c ice water
FILLING:
1/3 c firmly packed dark brown sugar
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 tsp kosher slat
3/4 c pure sorghum molasses
1 1/2 c coarsely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: Combine the flour,sugar and salt in a medium owl. Sprinkle the pieces of lard and butter over the dry ingredients and refrigerate for 30 minutes. When ready to make the dough, lightly dust the work surface with flour. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, cut the lard and butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, with a scattering of pea size pieces. Add the ice water 1 Tablespoon at a time, using a fork to combine after each addition - you might not need all the water. The dough should hold together when pinched. Form a flat dish of dough, place it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 25 minutes. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough on the floured work surface to a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie pan, folding up any excess dough that hangs below the rim so that you have enough material to chimp the edges, Cut off excess dough and use as patching scraps, if necessary, Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 325^. Lightly press a sheet of foil over pie shell and scatter pie weights or dried beans on the bottom. Bake on the middle oven rack for 12 minutes. Remove the foil and or pie weights, prick the bottom of the crust with a fork and return to bake for 10 minutes or until the bottom of the crust appears dry. Cool completely before filling.
  • 2. Filling: Preheat oven to 375^. In a large bowl, using a hand mixer on low speed, beat the brown sugar and eggs for about 1 1/2 minutes or just until incorporated. Add the butter, cornstarch and salt and beat for another 1 1/2 minutes or until combined. Add the sorghum and pecans and stir to combine(the pecans will float on the surface, which is fine). Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie shell and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center has risen and jiggles slightly. Transfer to a wire rack to cool for about 1 hour. Serve warm, with a dollop of whipped cream.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out. This will make it easier to work with.
  • Blind-bake the pie crust before filling it. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • Use a combination of dark and light brown sugar in the filling. This will give the pie a rich, complex flavor.
  • Add a splash of bourbon to the filling. This will add a subtle smokiness to the pie.
  • Top the pie with chopped pecans before baking. This will add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
  • Serve the pie warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Sorghum bourbon pecan pie is a delicious and unique dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with a flaky pie crust, a rich and creamy filling, and a crunchy pecan topping. The sorghum and bourbon add a unique flavor to the pie that makes it truly special. If you are looking for a new and exciting dessert recipe, I highly recommend trying sorghum bourbon pecan pie.

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