Baltimore Blueberry Bourbon Pecan Pie

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A rich and tangy pie featuring a spiced bourbon filling, sweet blueberries, and toasted pecans for a Southern twist with a Maryland flair. This american-inspired desserts ready in about 105 minutes layers all-purpose flour, (1 stick), cold, cubed unsalted butter, icing sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (14 ratings) Prep: 45 min Cook: 60 min Serves 8 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/4 cup icing sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 1/2 cup cold cubed butter and use a pastry blender to cut it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add 1/2 cup buttermilk and 2 eggs, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Roll out dough on a floured surface and transfer to a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp edges. Chill while preparing filling.
  3. Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup bourbon, 1 tsp vanilla, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 2 cups blueberries and 1/2 cup chopped pecans. Pour into the pie crust.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 50-60 minutes until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly. Let cool completely before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baltimore Blueberry Bourbon Pecan Pie take to make?

Total time is about 105 minutes (45 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.

How do I store leftover Baltimore Blueberry Bourbon Pecan Pie?

Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baltimore Blueberry Bourbon Pecan Pie?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baltimore Blueberry Bourbon Pecan Pie for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baltimore Blueberry Bourbon Pecan Pie?

American desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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