Pumpkin Pie
This easy and delicious pumpkin pie recipe is the perfect fall dessert, featuring a smooth, spiced filling made with pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, all nestled in a flaky pie crust. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any special occasion, this homemade pumpkin pie will become a favorite treat in your baking repertoire. Try variations like dairy-free or gluten-free options and store it for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15min
- Cook Time: 55min
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, eggs, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes until the filling is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pie crust.
- To make dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or almond milk.
- Add a pinch of ground cloves or allspice for more intense spice flavor.
- Try incorporating melted chocolate into the filling for a rich twist.
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