Indulge in the timeless classic of pumpkin pie, elevated with the velvety richness of custard in this delectable recipe. Our journey begins with a flaky, buttery crust that encases a luscious filling, boasting the perfect balance of warm pumpkin spice and creamy custard. A medley of spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, dances harmoniously with the natural sweetness of pumpkin, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. But that's not all; this article also unveils a treasure trove of pumpkin pie variations, each offering a unique twist on this beloved dessert. From the decadent chocolate pumpkin pie, where rich chocolate and pumpkin unite in perfect harmony, to the rustic charm of the pecan pumpkin pie, brimming with caramel notes and crunchy pecan pralines, there's a pumpkin pie variation for every palate. Whether you prefer the traditional elegance of the classic pumpkin pie or crave a more adventurous flavor profile, this article has something to satisfy your cravings. So, embark on a culinary adventure with us, and let the sweet aroma of pumpkin pie fill your kitchen as you create memories that will last a lifetime.
Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!
DEEP-DISH PUMPKIN CUSTARD PIE
As the pie bakes, the filling separates into a silky, creamy custard base with a featherlight souffleed pumpkinlayer on top.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Time 6h40m
Yield Makes one 9-inch deep-dish pie
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees with a rack in lower third. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out dough to a 13-inch round. Transfer to a 9-inch deep-dish pie dish. Using kitchen shears or a paring knife, trim dough to a 1-inch overhang. Fold overhang under itself to form a rim; pinch between thumb and forefinger to form a uniform edge around rim of dish. Crimp with fingertips. Refrigerate until firm, 30 minutes.
- Blind-bake crust: Line dough with parchment. Fill with dried beans or pie weights; bake until crust is firm and dry, about 30 minutes. Carefully remove parchment and beans. Bake until light golden, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to a wire rack; let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, 1/2 cup sugar, salt, spices, and vanilla until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk egg yolks with remaining 1/2 cup sugar until thick and pale. Stir into pumpkin mixture just to combine; stir in milk and cream. With a handheld mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, beat egg whites on low speed until foamy. Increase speed to medium-high and beat until stiff but not dry peaks form. Stir one-third of whites into pumpkin mixture. Gently fold in remaining egg whites until no streaks remain (do not overmix). Transfer to cooled crust and smooth top with a spatula.
- Bake until puffed and golden brown on top and set at edges, but still slightly wobbly in center, 45 to 55 minutes (if pie is browning too quickly, tent edges of crust with foil). Transfer to wire rack; let cool completely. Refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour or, loosely covered, up to 1 day. Serve, with whipped cream and a light dusting of nutmeg.
PUMPKIN CUSTARD PIE I
An authentic Amish recipe!
Provided by Carolyn
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large mixing bowl combine pumpkin, eggs, flour, brown sugar, white sugar, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon, and milk. Beat until smooth. Pour into pastry-lined pie plate.
- Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until set in center.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 74.6 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 374.6 mg, Sugar 23.9 g
SPICED PUMPKIN CUSTARD PIE
If you get nervous about making pie crusts, this recipe is for you. All you have to do is pat the nutty, gingery crumb crust into the pie plate.-Charlene Chambers, Ormond Beach, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Place pecans in a food processor; cover and process until finely ground. In a large bowl, combine the pecans, flour, ginger and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Gradually add water, tossing with a fork until dough forms a ball. Press dough onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. , For filling, in a large bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, spices and salt until smooth. Beat in pumpkin. Gradually beat in milk. Pour into crust., Bake at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover edges with foil during the last 15 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary. Cool on a wire rack. Garnish with whipped cream and additional cinnamon if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 23g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66mg cholesterol, Sodium 356mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
PUMPKIN PIE CUSTARD
Instead of pumpkin pie, try this flavorful light holiday dessert. My husband's aunt shared the recipe after she brought this treat to a family party. -Nancy Zimmerman, Cape May Court House, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place ten 6-oz. ramekins or custard cups coated with cooking spray in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan., In a large bowl, beat first four ingredients until smooth. Add sugar, salt and spices; mix well. Divide among ramekins., Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes. Cool on a wire rack; serve or refrigerate within 2 hours. If desired, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PUMPKIN EGGNOG CUSTARD PIE
This is a fantastically airy and well spiced pumpkin pie. This recipe was entered in the Martha Stewart Show's first annual pie baking contest in November of 2009. Even those who do not like pumpkin pie will love this! Baked in a gingersnap cookie crust and topped with cinnamon, vanilla meringue, this pie is sure to please!
Provided by CoreyMB
Categories Pie
Time 2h30m
Yield 1 10 inch deep-dishpie, 8-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- PREPARE THE CRUST:.
- Grind the gingersnap cookies until they resemble coarse cornmeal.
- Mix in the melted butter.
- Press mixture into a 10 inch, deep dish pie pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes.
- PREPARE THE FILLING:.
- Separate three of the eggs.
- Using an electric mixer, beat the three egg whites on high until stiff peaks form.
- In a separate bowl, combine three egg yolks pumpkin, both sugars, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, eggnog and cream.
- Gently fold the egg whites into the pumpkin mixture.
- Pour into the prepared crust.
- Cover the edges of the pie dish with foil or a pie crust protector.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 90 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack at room temperature. DO NOT cool in the refrigerator- the pie continues to cook through while sitting at room temperature.
- Voila! Your pie is ready to serve. Easy as pie!
- The pie can be kept, covered in the fridge overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.9, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 134.7, Sodium 151.4, Carbohydrate 32.6, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 28.6, Protein 4.5
BROWN SUGAR & ALMOND PUMPKIN CUSTARD PIE
Plain old pumpkin pie is fine, but for special occasions, I reach for this recipe! A tender homemade crust is topped with a crunchy brown sugar layer and then creamy pumpkin custard.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- In a food processor, combine the flour, shortening and salt; cover and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. While processing, gradually add water and vinegar until dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate until easy to handle, about 30 minutes., Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. deep dish pie plate. Transfer pastry to pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate; flute edges., In a small bowl, combine the almonds, brown sugar, almond paste, ginger, flour, lemon zest and extract; cut in butter until crumbly. Spread over bottom of crust., In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, brown sugar and sour cream until smooth. Beat in the pumpkin, milk, molasses and pie spice until blended. Add eggs and egg yolk; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour filling over almond layer. Cover edges of pie loosely with foil., Bake at 425° for 10 minutes. Reduce heat to 375°; bake until set, 45-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 693 calories, Fat 38g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 343mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.
GLUTEN-FREE, DAIRY-FREE PUMPKIN PIE CUSTARD
Tastes just like the real thing. Bake in a gluten-free pie crust and you've got pumpkin pie.
Provided by Mindy Brown Hoskins
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
- Whisk pumpkin puree, coconut cream, brown sugar, almond milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice together in a bowl to form a smooth batter. Pour batter into baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.9 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 62 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 220.4 mg, Sugar 37.6 g
CRUSTLESS PUMPKIN PIE CUSTARD
Make and share this Crustless Pumpkin Pie Custard recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Karen in KS
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Beat eggs and mix in bowl with remaining ingredients.
- Pour into a glass pie pan and bake in a 350 oven for 50 minutes or until set in the middle.
PUMPKIN CUSTARD PIE II
Candied ginger and cognac make this pumpkin pie unique.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place baked pie shell on a baking sheet. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs lightly. Add cream, salt, sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and pumpkin. Mix well, then stir in candied ginger and cognac, rum, or bourbon (see Cook's Note). Carefully pour mixture into baked pastry shell.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Continue to bake until a knife point inserted in the center of the pie comes out clean. Custard will still jiggle. Serve pie warm or at room temperature. Garnish with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.1 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 122.5 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 253 mg, Sugar 14.9 g
CUSTARD PUMPKIN PIE - CRUSTLESS
My family lovess this crustless pie..so easy and delicious! Note: this can be poured into a casserole dish too.
Provided by Pat Duran
Categories Puddings
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Spray an 8 or 9-inch pie plate with non-stick butter spray;set aside. Preheat oven to 425^.
- 2. In your large mixer bowl add the brown sugar, salt.cinnamon, cloves and pumpkin pie spices and eggs. Beat well until well blended.
- 3. Add the pumpkin until well mixed. Slowly pour milk into pumpkin mixture;until well blended. Pour into prepared pie plate; put a ring of chopped pecans around the outside edge of the filling. Place in oven and bake for 15 minutes.
- 4. Turn oven temperature down to 350^ and bake for 45 more minutes or until silver knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on wire rack. Serve with whipped cream topping. Store uneaten pie in refrigerator
PUMPKIN PIE CUSTARD (VERY QUICK & EASY)
This is a recipe that I've been making for close to 30 years. It tastes like the most amazing pumpkin pie without the fuss and calories of a crust. A wonderful recipe for young and old alike. Very quick and easy.
Provided by Family Favorites
Categories Other Desserts
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Beat all ingredients together.
- 2. Pour into a lightly buttered 9x13 (or equivalent) pan. Sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired.
- 3. Bake at 325 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Watch carefully as oven temperatures vary.
- 4. Cool until warm. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.
PUMPKIN CUSTARD PIE
This is a luscious pumpkin custard pie! Baking the hot filling in a chilled crust produces a smooth, shiny good textured custard and a well baked crust.
Provided by SARALAUGHS52
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- In a saucepan, stir the pumpkin over medium-high heat for 10 minutes or until slightly dry and caramelized.
- Remove from heat; add the sugar, salt, cinnamon and ginger. Mix well.
- Add the eggs, cream and milk. Mix until smooth; pour into pastry lined pie pan.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Allow to completely cool on rack before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Cholesterol 88.5 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 297.9 mg, Sugar 20.2 g
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh pumpkin puree. You can make your own by roasting a pumpkin and then pureeing it in a food processor, or you can buy canned pumpkin puree.
- Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can make the custard tough.
- Bake the pie until the center is set. The pie is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the custard to firm up.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin pie is a classic fall dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious pumpkin pie that will be the star of your Thanksgiving or Christmas table.
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