Description
A classic fall dessert featuring a smooth, spiced pumpkin filling nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. This pumpkin pie is a traditional treat often enjoyed during Thanksgiving, delivering warm autumn flavors with a hint of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 pie crust
Filling
- 1 3/4 cups pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Prepare filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, and heavy cream until smooth and well combined.
- Add spices: Stir in the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt to the pumpkin mixture, ensuring an even distribution of flavors.
- Fill the crust: Pour the spiced pumpkin filling evenly into the prepared pie crust.
- Initial bake: Place the pie in the oven and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes to set the crust.
- Reduce heat and continue baking: Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake the pie for an additional 35 to 40 minutes until the filling is set and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature before serving to help the filling fully set.
Notes
- For extra indulgence, serve the pumpkin pie topped with freshly whipped cream.
- Avoid overbaking the pie as it can cause cracks on the surface of the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
