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Best Pumpkin Pie

The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe

This classic pumpkin pie recipe delivers a perfectly spiced and creamy filling in a flaky, buttery crust. Easy to follow instructions ensure a delicious pie every time.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Cold unsalted butter cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup Ice water
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 15 ounce can Pumpkin puree
  • 1 12 ounce can Evaporated milk
  • 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Pastry blender or fork
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling Pin

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the crust: Whisk together flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form into a disc, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork.
  3. Optionally, line the crust with parchment paper and fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 12-15 minutes at 375°F (190°C). Remove weights/parchment paper.
  4. Make the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  5. Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
  6. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 40-50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Cover edges with foil if browning too quickly.
  7. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade pumpkin puree. You can also add a tablespoon of maple syrup or brown sugar to the filling for extra sweetness. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.