Classic Pumpkin Pie
This traditional pumpkin pie features a smooth, spiced custard filling nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. By balancing pure pumpkin puree with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, this recipe captures the essence of fall. It is designed to yield a perfectly set custard that remains velvety and crack-free, making it the ideal centerpiece for your holiday celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 50
- Total Time: 70
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
15 oz pumpkin puree (pure, not pie filling)
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1.5 tsp ground cinnamon
0.5 tsp ground ginger
0.25 tsp ground cloves
0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
0.5 tsp salt
1 nine-inch pie crust
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Roll out your chilled pie dough and press it into a standard nine-inch pie dish, crimping the edges for a decorative seal.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until fully incorporated.
Add the pumpkin puree, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg to the eggs and mix thoroughly.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously to create a smooth custard base.
Carefully pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 35 minutes or until the center is set.
Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Use freshly ground spices for a more vibrant flavor profile. If using a store-bought crust, ensure it is fully thawed if frozen. Cover the edges of the crust with aluminum foil if they begin to brown too quickly during the longer bake cycle.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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