Orange Crusted Pumpkin Pie with Bourbon Whipped Cream
🕒 Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
🥧 Yield: 1 deep-dish pie
🍴 Category: Dessert, Pie
🏷️ Keywords: Dessert, Vegetable, Kid Friendly, Potluck, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Description:
This Orange Crusted Pumpkin Pie with Bourbon Whipped Cream combines the traditional flavors of spiced pumpkin pie with a zesty twist of orange both in the crust and the filling. The addition of bourbon whipped cream adds a delightful kick to this classic dessert. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weeknight treats, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. Note that the prep time includes chilling time for the crust.
Ingredients:
| Crust: | Filling: | Bourbon Whipped Cream: |
|---|---|---|
| 1 1/4 cups flour | 1 cup sugar | 1 cup heavy cream |
| 1/2 tsp salt | 1/4 cup brown sugar | 1 tbsp sugar |
| 1/2 cup vegetable shortening | 1 tsp cinnamon | 1 tbsp bourbon |
| 1/4 cup real butter | 1/2 tsp ginger | |
| 1/4 cup orange zest | 1/4 tsp ground cloves | |
| 1/4 tsp salt | ||
| 1 can (15 oz) solid-pack pumpkin | ||
| 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk | ||
| 2 large eggs | ||
| 1 tsp orange zest | ||
| 1 tbsp water | ||
| 1/4 cup sugar | ||
| 1 tbsp Bourbon |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, mix together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the vegetable shortening and butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Stir in the orange zest and just enough orange juice to form a dough.
- Shape the dough into a ball and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Roll out the dough between wax paper and fit it into your deep-dish pie plate.
- Prick the crust randomly with a fork and refrigerate for another 20 minutes while preparing the filling.
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Prepare the Filling:
- In a mixing bowl, combine sugars, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, evaporated milk, eggs, and orange zest.
- Whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until well combined and set aside.
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Assemble the Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, prepare the egg wash by stirring together the egg yolk and water.
- Brush the entire crust with the egg wash and then pour the prepared filling into the crust.
- Bake for about 35-45 minutes or until the filling is set. If the crust starts to get too dark, cover it with foil.
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool on a wire rack.
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Prepare the Bourbon Whipped Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, sugar, and bourbon until soft peaks form.
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Serve:
- Slice the cooled pie and serve each piece with a generous spoonful of bourbon whipped cream on top.
Enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures in this Orange Crusted Pumpkin Pie with Bourbon Whipped Cream. It’s a perfect treat for any occasion, whether it’s a holiday gathering or a cozy weeknight dessert. 🎃🥧
