Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with our Perfect Pumpkin Pie. This delightful dessert features a creamy blend of pumpkin, warm spices, and heavy cream nestled in a flaky crust. Ideal for Thanksgiving or cozy family gatherings, this pie not only delights the taste buds but also fills the home with the inviting aroma of fall. Easy to make and wonderfully satisfying, each slice is a reminder of the season’s best flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare the pie crust according to package instructions or roll out homemade dough into a pie pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, heavy cream, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F, then reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes until set.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing; serve with whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 116g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg