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Best Pumpkin Pie

The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe

This classic pumpkin pie recipe delivers a perfectly spiced and creamy filling encased 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
  • 1.25 cups All-purpose flour (150g)
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cup Cold unsalted butter (113g), cut into cubes
  • 0.25 cup Ice water (60ml)
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 can Pumpkin puree (15 ounces)
  • 1 can Evaporated milk (12 ounces)
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar (200g)
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Pastry blender or fork
  • Rolling pin
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Whisk

Method
 

Make the Crust
  1. Whisk together flour and salt in a large bowl.
  2. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry blender or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Don't overmix.
  4. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork. Bake for 10 minutes at 375°F (190°C).
Make the Filling
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
  2. Pour the pumpkin filling into the partially baked pie crust.
Bake the Pie
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. If the crust browns too quickly, cover the edges with aluminum foil.
  2. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade pumpkin puree. You can also add a pinch of allspice to the filling. Garnish with whipped cream before serving.