Best 2 Americas Test Kitchen Best Pumpkin Pie Recipes

Pumpkin pie is a classic American dessert that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is typically made with a flaky crust, a creamy pumpkin filling, and a sprinkling of spices. This article features two delicious recipes for pumpkin pie: a traditional version and a gluten-free version.

The traditional pumpkin pie recipe uses a combination of fresh pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, and spices to create a smooth and flavorful filling. The gluten-free version uses a combination of almond flour, coconut flour, and tapioca flour to create a crust that is both delicious and easy to digest. Both recipes are topped with a generous helping of whipped cream or ice cream.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PUMPKIN BROWNIES

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Chocolate and pumpkin pair up to make a family-favorite fall dessert. These pumpkin brownies are fantastic for parties and picnics. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
PUMPKIN BATTER:
1 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 cup canned pumpkin
2 large eggs, room temperature

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 13x9-in. baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides; grease paper. In a large bowl, whisk sugar, flour, cocoa, salt and baking soda. In a small bowl, whisk oil, eggs and vanilla; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. , For pumpkin batter, in a large bowl, combine sugar, flour, salt, pumpkin pie spice and baking soda. In a small bowl, whisk pumpkin and eggs; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spread half the cocoa mixture into prepared pan (layer will be thin). Drop half the pumpkin mixture by tablespoonfuls over top; gently spread to cover most of brownie mixture. Drop remaining pumpkin and cocoa mixtures by tablespoonfuls over pumpkin layer. Gently spread and swirl. , Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 25-30 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Lifting with parchment, remove from pan. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 165mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN - BEST PUMPKIN PIE

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Categories Dessert Bake Thanksgiving Squash

Yield 8 slices

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

Crust
1 1/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (6 1/4 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1 tablespoon sugar
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) cold unsalted butter , cut into 1/4-inch slices
1/4 cup vegetable shortening , cold, cut into two pieces
2 tablespoons vodka , cold (see note)
2 tablespoons cold water
For the Crust
Process 3/4 cup flour, salt, and sugar in food processor until combined, about two 1-second pulses. Add butter and shortening and process until homogenous dough just starts to collect in uneven clumps, about 10 seconds; dough will resemble cottage cheese curds with some very small pieces of butter remaining, but there should be no uncoated flour. Scrape bowl with rubber spatula and redistribute dough evenly around processor blade. Add remaining 1/2 cup flour and pulse until mixture is evenly distributed around bowl and mass of dough has been broken up, 4 to 6 quick pulses. Empty mixture into medium bowl.
Sprinkle vodka and water over mixture. With rubber spatula, use folding motion to mix, pressing down on dough until dough is slightly tacky and sticks together. Flatten dough into 4-inch disk. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate at least 45 minutes or up to 2 days.
Adjust oven rack to lowest position, place rimmed baking sheet on rack, and heat oven to 400 degrees. Remove dough from refrigerator and roll out on generously floured (up to 1/4 cup) work surface to 12-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick. Roll dough loosely around rolling pin and unroll into pie plate, leaving at least 1-inch overhang on each side. Working around circumference, ease dough into plate by gently lifting edge of dough with one hand while pressing into plate bottom with other hand. Refrigerate 15 minutes.
Trim overhang to 1/2 inch beyond lip of pie plate. Fold overhang under itself; folded edge should be flush with edge of pie plate. Using thumb and forefinger, flute edge of dough. Refrigerate dough-lined plate until firm, about 15 minutes.

Steps:

Filling 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup whole milk 3 large eggs plus 2 large yolks 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree 1 cup drained candied yams from 15-ounce can (see note) 3/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup maple syrup 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1 teaspoon table salt For the Filling: While pie shell is baking, whisk cream, milk, eggs, yolks, and vanilla together in medium bowl. Combine pumpkin puree, yams, sugar, maple syrup, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in large heavy-bottomed saucepan; bring to sputtering simmer over medium heat, 5 to 7 minutes. Continue to simmer pumpkin mixture, stirring constantly and mashing yams against sides of pot, until thick and shiny, 10 to 15 minutes. 7. Remove pan from heat and whisk in cream mixture until fully incorporated. Strain mixture through fine-mesh strainer set over medium bowl, using back of ladle or spatula to press solids through strainer. Rewhisk mixture and transfer to warm prebaked pie shell. Return pie plate with baking sheet to oven and bake pie for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 300 degrees and continue baking until edges of pie are set (instant-read thermometer inserted in center registers 175 degrees), 20 to 35 minutes longer. Transfer pie to wire rack and cool to room temperature, 2 to 3 hours. Cut into wedges and serve.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh pumpkin purée.
To make your own pumpkin purée, roast a sugar pumpkin until tender, then scoop out the flesh and blend it until smooth.
If you're using canned pumpkin purée, be sure to drain it well before using.
Use a combination of spices to flavor your pie, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
Don't overmix the pie filling, or it will become tough.
Bake the pie until the center is set, but still slightly jiggly.
Let the pie cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

This pumpkin pie recipe from America's Test Kitchen is a classic for a reason. It's easy to make, and it always turns out delicious. The combination of fresh pumpkin purée, spices, and a creamy custard filling is simply irresistible. Whether you're serving it for Thanksgiving dinner or just as a special treat, this pie is sure to be a hit.