Pumpkin Pie Recipe

American · Dessert · 75 min total

A classic American dessert featuring a smooth, spiced pumpkin custard baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
• 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp edges.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
3. Add eggs and whisk until combined.
4. Gradually whisk in evaporated milk until smooth.
5. Pour filling into the prepared pie crust.
6. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 40-50 minutes more, until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
7. Cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving. Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Tips

• For a deeper flavor, use freshly grated nutmeg (1/4 teaspoon) in addition to the spices.
• Cover the crust edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
• Pie can be made a day ahead and refrigerated.

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