Pumpkin pie is a traditional dessert often enjoyed during the autumn season, particularly around Thanksgiving in the United States. It’s a delicious and iconic dish made primarily from pumpkin puree and a blend of spices, baked in a pie crust. Here’s a simple and easy pumpkin pie recipe for you:
Pumpkin Pie Recipe Ingredients:
For the Pie Filling:
- 1 can (15 ounces) 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 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
For the Whipped Cream (optional):
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt until well combined.
- Add the eggs and beat lightly.
- Gradually stir in the evaporated milk until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
- Place the pie on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 40-50 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Once done, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.
- For the whipped cream (optional), beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form.
- Serve the cooled pumpkin pie slices with a dollop of whipped cream on top.
Enjoy your delicious homemade pumpkin pie!
This simplified quick recipe skips making the filling from scratch, using canned pumpkin puree and sweetened condensed milk for convenience. It’s an easy and delicious way to make a pumpkin pie!