Dessert

Pumpkin Pie

By • Published

Prep Time 20 min
Cook Time 55 min
Total Time 75 min
Servings 8

This classic pumpkin pie offers a rich, spiced filling in a flaky crust, perfect for any fall celebration.

Pumpkin Pie

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust
  • 1 3/4 cups pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 can (12 fl oz) evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves.
  3. Step 3: Beat the eggs in a separate bowl and then add them to the pumpkin mixture, stirring well to combine.
  4. Step 4: Gradually stir in the evaporated milk and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
  5. Step 5: Pour the pumpkin filling into the unbaked pie crust.
  6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 40 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  8. Step 8: Remove from the oven and let the pie cool on a wire rack.
  9. Step 9: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
  10. Step 10: Serve with whipped cream, if desired.

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