Perfect Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is such a classic staple when it comes to Thanksgiving food. This traditional pie has been around for many years and is loved by many. This recipe is a family favorite!
*Note: Calories and cost is estimated, if provided.
Equipment & Tools
- Bowl
- Hand Mixer or Wooden Spoon
- Spatula
- Measuring Cup(s) and Spoon(s)
- 1 (9-inch) Pie Dish (see notes for 8-inch pie dish adjustments)
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch Pie crust
- 1¾ cups Pumpkin puree
- 1¾ cups Milk
- 3 large Eggs , whisked (or 4 yolks)
- ⅔ cup Light brown sugar , packed
- 2 Tbsp Granulated Sugar
- ½ tsp Fine sea salt
- ½ tsp Ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp Ground ginger
- ½ tsp Ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp Ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425℉ or 220℃.
- Prepare 1 9-inch Pie crust, following the directions for that crust. Line the pie dish with it, being sure to poke holes in the bottom of the pie to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Optional: Cook the pumpkin and spices in a small pot over medium-low heat for 5-10 minutes until fragrant. This helps to deepen the flavor of the pumpkin and the spices in this pumpkin pie. Let cool slightly, and then add to the rest of the ingredients.
- Beat all of the ingredients together until smooth and blended.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a butter knife inserted an inch from the side comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Storage
- Cover and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Notes
If making this in a 8-inch pie dish, below are the ingredient adjustments needed for the recipe. Then bake as directed.
- 1¼ cups Pumpkin Puree
- 1¼ cups Milk
- 2 large Eggs or 3 large Egg yolks
- ½ cup Sugar, light brown, packed
- 1½ Tbsp Sugar, granulated
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Ginger, ground
- ¼ tsp Nutmeg, ground
- ¼ tsp Cloves, ground