"Deeply flavored butterscotch pudding, fluffy whipped cream, and a flaky pie crust come together to make one incredible butterscotch pie...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 unbaked Flaky Pie Crust or All-Butter Pie Crust (what I used)*
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optional egg wash: 1 large egg beaten with 1 Tablespoon milk
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3/4 cup (150g) packed light or dark brown sugar (I strongly recommend dark)
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3 Tablespoons (24g) cornstarch
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1 and 1/4 cups (300ml) whole milk (not low-fat or nondairy), at room temperature
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4 large egg yolks, at room temperature
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1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar
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3 Tablespoons (45ml) water, at room temperature
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1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, at room temperature
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2 Tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon bourbon, scotch, or rum (or replace with more vanilla)
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1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
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2 Tablespoons (25g) packed light or dark brown sugar (I strongly recommend dark)
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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optional: salted caramel sauce, for drizzling on top