Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Derby Pie with this classic recipe. A buttery pie crust filled with a sweet mixture of chocolate chips, nuts, and a hint of bourbon, this dessert is a favorite at Kentucky Derby parties and beyond.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Filling:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then mix in the melted butter, bourbon, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Stir the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until smooth.
- Add chocolate and nuts: Fold in the chocolate chips and nuts.
- Fill the pie crust: Pour the filling into the pie crust and spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 45 to 50 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Cool and serve: Let the pie cool for at least 1 hour before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with optional toppings.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, omit the nuts and increase the chocolate chips slightly.
- Bourbon adds depth of flavor but can be omitted for a non-alcoholic version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American – Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
