Derby Pie Recipe
Louisville tradition, made with bourbon and topped with whipped cream.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Pie Crust
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and granulated sugar. Add the diced butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Stir in the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Filling Preparation
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Mix Filling Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and eggs until well combined.
- 7
Add Remaining Ingredients
Stir in the vanilla extract, corn syrup, and bourbon. Mix until combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and chocolate chips.
- 8
Pour Filling into Crust
Pour the filling mixture into the prepared pie crust.
Baking
- 9
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- 10
Cool the Pie
Remove from the oven and let cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving.
Topping Preparation
- 11
Whip the Cream
In a mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
Serving
- 12
Serve the Pie
Slice the pie and serve warm or at room temperature, topped with a dollop of whipped cream.