Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
For the filling:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
For the topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp rum extract
- Additional nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar. Press into 9-inch pie pan.
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Bake crust for 10 minutes. Let cool.
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Beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Mix in rum, vanilla, and spices.
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Fold in heavy cream until well combined.
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Pour filling into cooled crust.
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Bake for 45-50 minutes until center is set but still slightly jiggly.
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Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
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Before serving, whip cream with powdered sugar and rum extract.
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Top pie with whipped cream and dust with nutmeg.
Sink your fork into this Hot Buttered Rum Pie and let the warm, spiced flavors transport you to a cozy winter evening by the fire! Each silky-smooth bite delivers the perfect balance of buttery richness, holiday spices, and that subtle rum warmth that makes this dessert truly special. Whether you’re celebrating the season or just craving something decadently different, this pie promises to wrap your taste buds in a blanket of pure comfort. So preheat that oven, gather your spices, and get ready to bake up a slice of holiday heaven that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!