Toasting the pecans brings out the flavor and nuttiness in this classic nut and chocolate pie.
Browning the butter adds to the flavor and combines with chocolate and bourbon to balance the flavor.
Add oil and beat on low speed until just combined, about 15 seconds.
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Add additional ice water if necessary, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together.
Add butter and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Pulse until the butter forms pea-size pieces.
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Add oil and pulse several times.
With the motor running, gradually add just enough ice water until the dough comes together.
)Shape the dough into a 5-inch disk.
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Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
Roll the chilled dough into a 10-inch circle (about 1/8-inch thick) on a lightly floured surface.
Transfer to a 9-inch removable bottom tart pan; press well into the sides of the pan.
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Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 15 minutes or up to 8 hours.
Let the crust cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare filling:Reduce oven temperature to 325F.
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Whisk in brown sugar, maple syrup, bourbon and cornstarch until combined.
Transfer to a medium bowl; let stand, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
Whisk in eggs, egg yolk, orange zest, vanilla and salt until combined.
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Stir in pecans and chocolate chips.
Pour the filling into the crust.
Bake on the lower rack until the custard is set and the edges are golden, about 25 minutes.
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Let cool on a wire rack, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and serve with whipped cream, if desired.
Cover and refrigerate baked and cooled pie for up to 5 days.
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