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Homemade Pumpkin Pie

This pumpkin pie features a flaky, buttery crust filled with a smooth and spiced pumpkin puree mixture. The pie is baked until set with a lightly golden crust, resulting in a tender, velvety filling and a crisp, delicate crust that makes for a classic fall dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups fresh pumpkin puree roasted and pureed
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 uncooked pie crust homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Pie dish
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out your pie crust on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim excess crust and crimp the edges for a neat finish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, filling your kitchen with a light aroma. This will help the filling to bind together well.
  3. Add the pumpkin puree to the egg mixture and stir until fully integrated, creating a vibrant, smooth filling base.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream, slowly whisking to incorporate all the ingredients into a silky, uniform filling with a warm, spiced fragrance.
  5. Sprinkle in the cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt, then gently fold the spices into the filling to evenly distribute their warm aroma and flavor.
  6. Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top with the back of a spoon or spatula for an even surface.
  7. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes or until the filling is set around the edges and just slightly jiggly in the center.
  8. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours, allowing the filling to fully set and develop its rich texture.
  9. Slice the pie and serve it at room temperature, enjoying the tender, velvety filling paired with the crisp, flaky crust.

Notes

For a more pronounced spice flavor, increase the amount of cinnamon and ginger according to your taste. Using homemade roasted pumpkin enhances the flavor and texture of the filling.