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A slice of homemade pumpkin pie with a flaky crust, topped with whipped cream and cinnamon, on a white decorative plate with a coffee mug and warm autumn colors in the blurred background.

Pumpkin Pie Recipe

This foolproof pumpkin pie recipe delivers a creamy, flavorful custard with no cracks and no fuss. It’s easy enough for beginners and delicious enough to become a holiday tradition.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: American pumpkin pie recipe, Best pumpkin pie recipe, Easy pumpkin pie recipe, Pumpkin pie ingredients, Pumpkin pie recipe condensed milk, Pumpkin pie recipe with fresh pumpkin, Pumpkin pie recipes, Vanilla in pumpkin pie
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 310kcal
Cost: $8

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch pie pan (Glass or ceramic preferred)
  • 1 Mixing bowl (Large)
  • 1 Whisk (Wire whisk)
  • 1set Measuring tools (Cups and spoons)
  • 1 Oven (Preheat to 425°F)
  • 1 Knife (For doneness test)
  • 1 Aluminum foil (For tenting if crust browns fast)
  • 1 Water-safe pan (For optional steam bath)

Ingredients

  • 1 can Pumpkin purée
  • 2 Large eggs - room temperature
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • ¾ cup Light brown sugar - packed
  • 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Cream cheese - optional
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Fresh or ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground ginger
  • ⅛ teaspoon Allspice
  • Pinch Cloves
  • 1 Pre-made pie crust - 9-inch
  • 1 Egg wash - 1 egg + splash water
  • 1 teaspoon Orange zest - optional
  • ½ cup Evaporated milk - optional swap
  • 2 tablespoon Maple syrup - optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and par-bake the pie crust for 10 minutes.
  • Whisk together pumpkin purée, eggs, cream cheese (optional), cream, and sugar.
  • Add in the blended spices and vanilla, mixing until smooth and fully combined.
  • Pour filling into crust, bake at 425°F for 15 mins, then at 350°F for 35–45 mins.
  • Cool Let the pie cool for 2 hours, then chill in the fridge for best results.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 140g | Calories: 310kcal (16%) | Carbohydrates: 30g (10%) | Protein: 5g (10%) | Fat: 20g (31%) | Saturated Fat: 11g (69%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 105mg (35%) | Sodium: 180mg (8%) | Potassium: 210mg (6%) | Fiber: 2g (8%) | Sugar: 16g (18%) | Vitamin A: 9500IU (190%) | Vitamin C: -4mg (-5%) | Calcium: 80mg (8%) | Iron: 1.8mg (10%)
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