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Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Classic Pumpkin Pie recipe delivers a smooth, spiced pumpkin filling nestled in a flaky pie crust, perfect for cozy autumn gatherings and holiday celebrations. Made with fresh pumpkin puree, warm spices, and creamy evaporated milk, this traditional dessert is both comforting and delicious.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 2 cups fresh pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • 2 large eggs

Crust

  • 1 single pie crust (store-bought or homemade, 9-inch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the pie.
  2. Mix Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the fresh pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger powder, evaporated milk, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  3. Prepare Crust: Roll out your pie crust if homemade, and place it evenly into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming any excess overhang.
  4. Fill Pie: Pour the pumpkin filling carefully into the prepared pie crust, making sure to leave a small gap around the edges to allow for bubbling during baking.
  5. Bake at High Temperature: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes to set the crust and start cooking the filling.
  6. Reduce Heat and Continue Baking: Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake the pie for an additional 40 to 50 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired for added indulgence.

Notes

  • Use fresh pumpkin puree for best flavor, but canned pumpkin puree can be substituted if needed.
  • Ensure the pie filling is smooth to avoid lumps in the final texture.
  • Check the pie from 40 minutes onward to prevent overbaking, as ovens vary.
  • Letting the pie cool thoroughly helps to set the filling properly.
  • Spices can be adjusted to taste or expanded with cloves or allspice for variation.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/classic-pumpkin-pie-recipe-2/