You could have a traditional pumpkin pie on your Thanksgiving dessert table, but you could also take that classic up a notch with this homemade Bourbon Pumpkin Pie. The filling comes together super quickly in one bowl and is poured into a ready-made pie crust, resulting in the easiest fall dessert but also the most fun!
This is the perfect dessert for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, and all pumpkin season long! If you love pumpkin pie, be sure to check out this Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust and this Fireball Pumpkin Pie.
Why this Recipe Works
Bourbon adds the perfect flavor to the pie filling. It gives a kick of liquor and a pop of flavor that adds a delicious depth to a Thanksgiving classic. This quick filling is made without evaporated milk and it's so simple to make from scratch that it won't add much effort to your meal prep!
Ingredients and Notes
Pumpkin - This should be pureed pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling. You want only 100% pure pumpkin without any sweeteners, spices, or anything else added.
Spices - The allspice, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon are the typical base of spices that make up pumpkin spice.
Bourbon - I suggest using a Kentucky bourbon you enjoy because this boozy pie only calls for a small amount and you'll have plenty left to drink! Alternatively, an airplane bottle or nip should provide the perfect amount.
Substitutions
Frozen Pie Crust - I use a frozen pie crust in this recipe to keep it as simple as possible, but a roll-out pie crust or a homemade crust works great too!
Spices - The spices can be changed and adjusted to your taste, or instead of the individual spices you can use a store-bought or homemade pumpkin pie spice.
Bourbon - Instead of bourbon, another whiskey or even a spiced rum could be a good replacement.
How to Make this Recipe
Step 1: Combine all pie filling ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix until well combined.
Step 2: Pour into pie crust and bake at 375°F for 40-50 minutes, until the center of the pie is slightly jiggly. Cool completely, chill, slice, and enjoy!
Recipe FAQs
You can, but if it's slightly overcooked it will still taste good! When it's overcooked, it will likely crack as it cools, but you can hide them with a whipped cream topping!
It does! You want to remove the pie from the oven when the center is still a bit jiggly and it will set as it cools. Don't rush the cooling process. If the pie cools down too quickly it will crack. Let it come to room temperature before chilling.
Bourbon Pumpkin Pie can be made a day or two in advance and stored in the refrigerator until it's ready to serve making it perfect for keeping your Thanksgiving day super simple!
Tips & Tricks
Tip #1: Ensure the pie dish is placed directly on the oven rack and not on a baking sheet to avoid over-baking.
Tip #2: This super simple pie is best served chilled.
Tip #3: For a little extra deliciousness, top Bourbon Pumpkin Pie with a maple bourbon whipped cream! Add 1-2 tablespoons of bourbon and/or maple syrup to heavy whipping cream and beat until stiff peaks form.
Storage Tips
Bourbon Pumpkin Pie should be stored in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
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📖 Recipe
Bourbon Pumpkin Pie
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- silicone spatula
- 9" pie dish
Ingredients
- Frozen Pie Shell or homemade if you prefer
- 15 oz canned pumpkin
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ½ cup cream
- 2 eggs
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon cloves
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt Diamond Crystal
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375℉.
- If using a frozen or roll-out pie shell, remove it from the freezer or refrigerator.
- Put all other ingredients into a bowl and whisk until fully combined.
- Pour into pie shell and bake approximately 40 - 50 minutes until mostly set (just a bit jiggly in the center) and the crust is golden.
- Cool completely, then chill.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
This recipe was originally posted on December 6, 2018, but was republished with an updated recipe, new photos, additional information about the recipe, step-by-step instructions, FAQs, and tips and tricks in November of 2023.
Amanda Lambert says
This pie is delicious! The bourbon gives it a scrumptious surprise. I'm not an experienced baker, but this recipe makes me feel and tastes like an expert. Can't wait to make it again for Thanksgiving.
Liz says
This pie is definitely one that is ridiculously easy to make, but tastes like it was made by an expert baker! So glad you like it!!