Description
Warm autumn spices dance through this classic Pumpkin Pie, promising rich comfort with each silky slice. Homemade goodness awaits you, delivering nostalgic flavors that celebrate seasonal traditions and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 can (14 ounces/400 grams) pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Sweeteners and Sugars:
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk pumpkin puree, brown sugar, salt, and warming spices in a spacious mixing vessel until thoroughly integrated.
- Incorporate eggs individually, stirring meticulously after each inclusion to ensure smooth consistency.
- Gently fold heavy cream and aromatic vanilla extract into the spiced mixture, creating a silky filling.
- Transfer the velvety pumpkin blend into an unbaked pie shell, carefully leveling the surface with a flexible spatula.
- Position the pie in a preheated oven at 220C (425F) for an initial 15-minute high-temperature roasting phase.
- Reduce oven temperature to 175C (350F) and continue baking for 35-40 minutes, monitoring until the filling sets firmly and a clean knife emerges without residue when inserted near the center.
- Remove from oven and allow pie to rest and stabilize at room temperature for a minimum of 2 hours, enabling complete structural setting.
- Slice and present the pie unadorned or crowned with billowy whipped cream for an indulgent finishing touch.
Notes
- Use freshly ground spices for a more vibrant and intense flavor profile that elevates the entire pie.
- Prevent pie crust edges from burning by covering them with aluminum foil strips during the last 20 minutes of baking.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and use plant-based egg replacer to maintain the creamy texture.
- Ensure your pumpkin puree is well-drained to prevent excess moisture that could make the pie filling soggy and affect the overall consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg