Derby Recipe
Louisville tradition, a chocolate walnut pie with bourbon – chocolate drizzle, topped with whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Pie Crust
Filling
Chocolate Drizzle
Whipped Cream Topping
Method
Pie Crust
Prepare the Pie Crust
In a large bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cubed unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and salt. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Filling
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix the Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine chopped walnuts, semi-sweet chocolate chips, granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until well combined.
Fill the Crust
Pour the filling mixture into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is slightly puffed. Let it cool on a wire rack.
Chocolate Drizzle
Prepare the Drizzle
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream. Stir until the chocolate is melted and smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Whipped Cream Topping
Make the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
Serve the Pie
Slice the cooled pie, top each slice with a generous dollop of whipped cream, and drizzle with chocolate sauce before serving.