Pecan Chocolate Bourbon Pie *** Updated****

Decided to bake a pecan pie to take to my Parents' House tomorrow. Just a teaser shot for now.



Little Action Shot


Just about done


Done


Turned out even better than I hoped. This was one rich pie, but oh so good. Definitely going to go into the rotation. Took a little over an hour at 400F and it was super simple. The recipe is over on my blog if you are interested.

Chocolate Pecan Bourbon Pie

Looks good. Do you find it overly smoky? When I made those cookies I thought the smoke was overpowering.

The few times I've made dessert, I either let the lump burn a good long time, used old lump that had been burned before or used that coconut extracted lump (nice sweet sugary smell to it when it burns)

Griffin wrote:

The few times I've made dessert, I either let the lump burn a good long time, used old lump that had been burned before or used that coconut extracted lump (nice sweet sugary smell to it when it burns)

Thanks. I think I'll take that tip and make something on Thursday!

Great looking pie, Griffin! Can't wait to see the results! Pecan Pie is one of my favorites!

EddieK1376 wrote:

Griffin wrote:

The few times I've made dessert, I either let the lump burn a good long time, used old lump that had been burned before or used that coconut extracted lump (nice sweet sugary smell to it when it burns)

Thanks. I think I'll take that tip and make something on Thursday!

Some lump charcoal is more "smoky" than others.... When I don't want a smoky flavor (like on desserts, some casseroles and breads), I make sure to use good quality charcoal that is completely carbonized. If you're using charcoal that has a few lumps that still look "woody" and not black, it's going to give off a strong woody aroma and flavor. Also, if the cook prior included any wood chips or chunks, you may want to make sure that all of those have completely burned off, or better yet just take that out and start fresh.

You just recently bought some of that really good quality "Wicked Good Charcoal." That stuff burns super clean, so it shouldn't give you any off flavors. Just make sure to look at your lump before firing it up, and like Griffin said, make sure you let it burn off for awhile before adding your dessert. You should have practically zero smoke coming out of your exhaust when it's ready. Good luck!

Dyal_SC wrote:

Great looking pie, Griffin! Can't wait to see the results! Pecan Pie is one of my favorites!

EddieK1376 wrote:

Griffin wrote:

The few times I've made dessert, I either let the lump burn a good long time, used old lump that had been burned before or used that coconut extracted lump (nice sweet sugary smell to it when it burns)

Thanks. I think I'll take that tip and make something on Thursday!

Some lump charcoal is more "smoky" than others.... When I don't want a smoky flavor (like on desserts, some casseroles and breads), I make sure to use good quality charcoal that is completely carbonized. If you're using charcoal that has a few lumps that still look "woody" and not black, it's going to give off a strong woody aroma and flavor. Also, if the cook prior included any wood chips or chunks, you may want to make sure that all of those have completely burned off, or better yet just take that out and start fresh.

You just recently bought some of that really good quality "Wicked Good Charcoal." That stuff burns super clean, so it shouldn't give you any off flavors. Just make sure to look at your lump before firing it up, and like Griffin said, make sure you let it burn off for awhile before adding your dessert. You should have practically zero smoke coming out of your exhaust when it's ready. Good luck!

Thanks Dyal! I think I'm gonna make something tomorrow! Especially after seeing Griffin's Pecan Pie! I literally could eat a whole one in one day by myself.

Never been a fan of pecan pie, but I'd try a slice of one cooked on the Egg.

Can't wait to see the results...

Ok, here it is updated. Turned out amazing. Will be making this one again for sure.

Griffin wrote:

Ok, here it is updated. Turned out amazing. Will be making this one again for sure.

Sure it did?!

No slice pictures so I guess need to make again and send me some to test

Thanks for sharing

That is one of the most amazingest desserts I've ever heard of....I am a huge fan of those ingredients...I am making this one as soon as I get the chance!

Excellent looking dessert. Glad to see you are getting into dessert on the grill in a big way.

Jim

Awesome looking pie.

Griffin, beautiful job on the pie. Steven wants to repost on his blog either today or tomorrow along with some other 4th of July grilling successes.

All good wishes,

Nancy Loseke
Personal Assistant to Steven Raichlen

Wow! I'm floored. That's awesome.