Description
Pumpkin pie is the quintessential fall dessert, enveloping you in warmth with its rich spices and creamy filling. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms fresh pumpkin puree into a delightful treat perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Enjoy a slice of nostalgia topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, and bring smiles to your table this season.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 3 large eggs
- 1 premade pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Fit the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, evaporated milk, and eggs until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C), then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes until set.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a deeper flavor, use fresh pumpkin puree instead of canned. Experiment with spices; add more nutmeg or ginger according to your taste. To make it dairy-free, substitute coconut milk for evaporated milk.