Description
Classic Pumpkin Pie is the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert that perfectly captures the essence of fall. This silky-smooth pie features a rich pumpkin filling infused with warm spices, all nestled in a flaky crust. Each slice offers a delightful blend of flavors that evoke nostalgia and comfort. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat that will make your holiday gathering unforgettable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Fit the pie crust into a pie pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger powder, salt, eggs, and evaporated milk until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes; then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg