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Pumpkin Pie Brulee with Bourbon Vanilla

Delightful Pumpkin Pie Brulee with Bourbon Vanilla Bliss

A delightful Pumpkin Pie Brulee with Bourbon Vanilla, perfect for fall gatherings, combining rich spices and a crackly topping.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 can Canned Pumpkin Puree Avoid pumpkin pie filling.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Enhances caramel notes.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 2.5 tsp Spices (Cinnamon, Ginger, Cloves, Nutmeg) You can use pumpkin pie spice blend.
  • 3 large Eggs Crucial for structure.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Consider light options like half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • 1/4 cup Bourbon Can swap for vanilla extract (2 tsp) or dark rum.
For the Brûlée Topping
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Raw sugar adds extra crunch.
For the Crust
  • 1 crust Pie Crust Store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather ingredients and have a 9-inch pie dish ready.
  2. Prepare the crust by pressing it into the pie dish or rolling out a homemade one.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, brown sugar, salt, and spices until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and bourbon until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  6. Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes until set around the edges but slightly wobbly in the center.
  8. Cool the pie completely on a wire rack.
  9. Sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over the cooled pie and caramelize with a kitchen torch.
  10. Slice into wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Cool the pie completely before caramelizing the sugar for the best texture. Caramelize sugar just before serving for optimal crunch.

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