Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Step 2: Line the crust with aluminum foil and pie weights or uncooked beans.
Step 3: Bake it until the bottom inside surface is light brown, approximately 20 minutes.
Step 4: Remove the crust from the oven, carefully lift the foil and weights out, and allow it to cool while you make the filling.
Step 5: To make the filling:
Step 6: Mix the half & half, maple syrup, egg yolks, brown sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly
Step 7: , until the mixture boils and thickens, about 10 to 12 minutes.
Step 8: Remove from the heat and add the maple flavor and vanilla.
Step 9: Pour the filling into the cooled pie shell.
Step 10: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Step 11: Generously dollop whipped cream on to individual slices of pie for serving.
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