Description
Indulge in the warm and inviting flavors of Thanksgiving with our must-try pumpkin pie recipe. This classic dessert features a creamy filling made from pure pumpkin puree, perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, all nestled in a flaky, homemade crust. Whether you’re an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees to impress your family and friends during the holiday season. Serve it warm with whipped cream and chopped nuts for an unforgettable treat that embodies the spirit of Thanksgiving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (light)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for serving)
- Chopped nuts (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until a dough forms; roll out and fit into a pie dish.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 45-55 minutes or until edges are set.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing. Serve topped with whipped cream and chopped nuts.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg