Pumpkin Pie, a traditional Thanksgiving dessert, is made with a sweet pumpkin filling, a flaky crust, and whipped cream. The creamy filling is made with pumpkin puree, sugar, spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, as well as eggs and milk. The crust is typically a classic pie crust made from flour, butter, and a little bit of salt. The pie can be topped with whipped cream, ice cream, or even a dollop of maple syrup. In this article, we'll explore two delectable recipes for Pumpkin Pie: one for a classic version and another for a gluten-free alternative. Both recipes include step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure a perfect, mouthwatering pie. Get ready to embark on a delicious baking journey and create the ultimate Pumpkin Pie for your next gathering.
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CLASSIC PUMPKIN PIE
Nothing says Thanksgiving like a slice of pumpkin pie. And you can relish every luscious bite of this version since the tender crust is made with a mere hint of canola oil and butter. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the flour, sugar and salt. Using a fork, stir in oil and butter until dough is crumbly. Gradually add enough water until dough holds together. Roll out between sheets of plastic wrap into an 11-in. circle. Freeze for 10 minutes. , Remove top sheet of plastic; invert crust into a 9-in. pie plate. Remove remaining plastic. Trim and flute edges. Chill. , Roll dough scraps to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 1-in. leaf-shaped cookie cutter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet; bake at 375° for 6-8 minutes or until edges are very lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat the egg, egg white, sugars, salt and spices until smooth. Beat in pumpkin. Gradually beat in milk. Pour into crust. Bake at 375° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Garnish with leaf cutouts. If desired, top with whipped cream. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
PUMPKIN PIE II
A holiday favorite.
Provided by HOCHSTETLER
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine milk, pumpkin, flour, spices, eggs, salt, and sugar. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth. Pour filling into pie shells.
- Bake at 475 degrees F (245 degrees C) for 10 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and bake for an additional 35 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.4 g, Cholesterol 37.3 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 230.7 mg, Sugar 33.8 g
SPICY PUMPKIN PIE II
This is for all the people who don't like pumpkin pie. I don't like pumpkin pie either, but this one's different. It's so spicy!! It has become a much anticipated family custom. It's best to make your own pie shell instead of using the ready made kind because they aren't deep enough. This recipe is easily doubled.
Provided by ANNEKEK
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C.)
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, milk, cream, brown sugar and white sugar. Mix in the cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, ginger and cloves. Beat in the flour and eggs. Pour filling into pie shell.
- Bake for 10 minutes at 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for 50 minutes, or until filling has set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 68.7 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 238.3 mg, Sugar 29.6 g
PUMPKIN PIE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 3h30m
Yield 1 pie or about 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Make the dough by hand. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt. Using your fingers, work the butter into the dry ingredients until it resembles yellow corn meal mixed with bean-sized bits of butter. (If the flour/butter mixture gets warm, refrigerate it for 10 minutes before proceeding.) Add the egg and stir the dough together with a fork or by hand in the bowl. If the dough is dry, sprinkle up to a tablespoon more of cold water over the mixture.
- Alternatively, make the dough in a food processor. With the machine fitted with the metal blade, pulse the flour, sugar, and salt until combined. Add the butter and pulse until it resembles yellow corn meal mixed with bean-sized bits of butter, about 10 times. Add the egg and pulse 1 to 2 times; don't let the dough form into a ball in the machine. (If the dough is very dry add up to a tablespoon more of cold water.) Remove the bowl from the machine, remove the blade, and bring the dough together by hand.
- Form the dough into a disk, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 1 hour.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough with a rolling pin into a 12-inch circle about 1/8-inch thick. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch pie pan and trim the edges, leaving about an extra inch hanging over the edge. Tuck the overhanging dough underneath itself to form a thick edge that is even with the rim. Flute the edge as desired. Freeze the pie shell for 30 minutes.
- Set separate racks in the center and lower third of oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Put a piece of parchment paper or foil over the pie shell and fill with dried beans or pie weights. Bake on a baking sheet on the center rack until the dough is set, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and lift sides of the parchment paper to remove the beans. Continue baking until the pie shell is lightly golden brown, about 10 more minutes. Cool on a rack.
- Lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees F.
- While the pie shell is cooling make the filling. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, brown sugar, eggs, half-and-half, spices, and salt until smooth. Return the pie shell to the baking sheet and pour in the filling.
- Bake on the lower oven rack until the edges of the filling are set but the center is still slightly loose, about 50 to 60 minutes. (If the edges get very dark, cover them with aluminum foil.) Cool on a rack. Serve room temperature or slightly warm.
HONEY PUMPKIN PIE II
Make and share this Honey Pumpkin Pie II recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tonkcats
Categories Pie
Time 45m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix the sugar, salt, flour and spices.
- Add slightly beaten eggs and pumpkin with honey.
- Blend well.
- Stir in milk and water.
- Pour into 2 (9-inch) pie shells.
- Bake at 450 degrees for 20 minutes; then reduce heat to 350 degrees and continue baking 25 minutes.
- HONEY PECAN PUMPKIN PIE 2 cup cooked or canned pumpkin 1 cup honey 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/2 teaspoons salt 1/2 teaspoons ginger 1 teaspoons cinnamon 1/4 teaspoons nutmeg 3 eggs, slightly beaten 1 can evaporated milk 1 cup chopped pecans.
- Mix pumpkin, honey, sugar, salt and spices.
- Add eggs and milk; mix and pour into unbaked pie shell and sprinkle with pecans.
- Bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to 325 degrees and bake 45 minutes or until set.
- HONEY PUMPKIN PIE 2 large eggs 1/4 cup honey 1 cup evaporated skimmed milk 1 (16 oz.) can cooked pumpkin 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 1/4 teaspoons salt 2 teaspoons unsweetened orange juice concentrate 1 (9-inch) unbaked pastry crust.
- In mixing bowl with electric mixer, beat eggs until foaming.
- Add honey, milk, pumpkin spice, salt and juice concentrate. Beat until well blended.
- Pour pumpkin filling into unbaked pie shell.
- Bake at 375 degrees for 60 to 65 minutes.
- Serves 8.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.4, Fat 22.2, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 111.3, Sodium 639.5, Carbohydrate 98.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 68.8, Protein 10.8
Tips:
- Use fresh pumpkin puree. Fresh pumpkin puree has a more intense flavor and a smoother texture than canned pumpkin puree. To make fresh pumpkin puree, roast a pumpkin in the oven until it is soft, then scoop out the flesh and blend it until smooth.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the pie tough. Mix the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the pie in a preheated oven. A preheated oven will help the pie to bake evenly.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the pie to set properly and the flavors to meld.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin pie is a classic fall dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With a flaky crust and a creamy, flavorful filling, pumpkin pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Follow these tips and you'll be able to make a delicious pumpkin pie that will impress your friends and family.
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