If you're craving the classic, warm flavors of fall, look no further than pumpkin pie. With its creamy, spiced filling and flaky crust, this iconic dessert is a must-have for any holiday gathering or autumnal celebration. But with so many variations on the classic recipe, it can be hard to know where to start. Don't worry, we're here to help! In this article, we'll explore the world of pumpkin pie recipes, from traditional favorites to more modern takes on this timeless classic. We'll provide you with all the information you need to create the perfect pumpkin pie, whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out. So grab your apron and get ready to indulge in the deliciousness of pumpkin pie!
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
PERFECT PUMPKIN PIE
The one and only! EAGLE BRAND® makes this traditional dessert the perfect ending to a Thanksgiving feast.
Provided by Eagle brand
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips EAGLE BRAND®
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Whisk pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, spices and salt in medium bowl until smooth. Pour into crust. Bake 15 minutes.
- Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F and continue baking 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted 1 inch from crust comes out clean. Cool. Garnish as desired. Store leftovers covered in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 352.1 mg, Sugar 17.7 g
$25 PUMPKIN PIE
A unique baking method preserves crispness of the crust and yields a slightly spicy, not too sweet pumpkin pie. The name came shortly after someone purchased three of them from me for $75 :-)
Provided by Steve_G
Categories Pie
Time 1h20m
Yield 1 Pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Adjust an oven rack to lowest position and heat oven to 400°F.
- Prepare pie crust for blind baking (prick bottom with a fork, line crust with parchment and fill with dried rice or beans). Bake crust for 15 minutes.
- (Have all your ingredients measured out and start your filling when the crust goes into the oven). Remove parchment from crust, prick any bubbles with a sharp fork and bake shell for 8 to 10 minutes longer, or until bottom just begins to color.
- Remove crust from oven and brush lightly with egg white while still hot.
- Process pumpkin, sugar, spices and salt ingredients in a food processor fitted with steel blade for 1 minute.
- Transfer mixture to a 3-quart heavy saucepan.
- Bring it to a sputtering simmer over medium-high heat.
- Cook pumpkin, stirring constantly, until thick and shiny, about 5 minutes.
- As soon as pie shell comes out of oven, whisk heavy cream and milk into pumpkin and bring to a bare simmer.
- Process eggs in food processor until whites and yolks are mixed, about 5 seconds.
- Gradually pour hot pumpkin mixture through feed tube while still running.
- Process 30 seconds.
- Pour warm filling into hot pie shell.
- Put a crust shield on completed pie and bake about 25 minutes.
- Filling will be dry-looking and lightly cracked around the edge.
- The center will wiggle when pie is gently shaken.
- Cool on a wire rack to a warm room temperature.
- Serve with slightly sweetened whipped cream.
CLASSIC PUMPKIN PIE
Who says basic has to be bland? Every slice of Classic Pumpkin Pie is bursting with the flavors of seasonal spices.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 6h45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In medium bowl, mix flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost leaves side of bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary).
- Gather pastry into a ball. On lightly floured surface, shape dough into flattened round. Wrap pastry in plastic wrap; refrigerate about 45 minutes or until dough is firm and cold, yet pliable.
- Heat oven to 425°F. On lightly floured surface, roll pastry with floured rolling pin into round 2 inches larger than upside-down 9-inch glass pie plate. Fold pastry into fourths; place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side. Trim overhanging edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired.
- In medium bowl, beat eggs slightly with wire whisk. Beat in remaining filling ingredients. Place pastry-lined pie plate on oven rack to prevent spilling the filling. Pour filling into pie plate. Cover edge of crust with 2- to 3-inch strip of foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Bake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F. Bake about 45 minutes longer, removing foil during last 15 minutes of baking, until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 30 minutes. Refrigerate about 4 hours or until chilled.
- In chilled small bowl, beat topping ingredients with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form. Serve pie topping with whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 370 mg, Sugar 21 g, TransFat 2 g
ULTIMATE PUMPKIN PIE
Did you know that the variety of pumpkin used in canned pumpkin purée is very close to sweet winter squashes like butternut and honeynut? Making your own fresh purée from these varieties will give you the best possible pumpkin pie, one that's both ultracreamy and richly flavored. Just don't be tempted to halve the whole squash and bake it still in the skin. Cutting it into cubes allows for the most evaporation and condensation for the best texture and taste. If using a glass or ceramic pie pan, you might want to parbake the crust. Since glass doesn't conduct heat as well as metal, the crust may not cook through if you don't parbake.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories pies and tarts, dessert
Time 3h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place two racks in the oven: one in the lower third and one in the upper third. Place a rimmed baking sheet on the lower oven rack and heat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line another rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and spread butternut squash on it. Drizzle squash with 2 tablespoons of the heavy cream, sprinkle with granulated sugar and dot the top with butter. Roast on the upper rack, stirring once or twice, until squash is very tender, 40 to 50 minutes.
- Meanwhile, on a lightly floured surface, roll pie dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch metal pie pan. Fold over any excess dough, crimping the edges. Transfer to the freezer for at least 30 minutes and up to 24 hours. (This helps the crust hold its shape so the edges don't slump.)
- When the squash is soft, transfer the pan to a wire rack to cool for at least 10 minutes (and up to a few hours). Raise the oven temperature to 425 degrees.
- In a food processor or blender, purée the squash with the remaining cream until smooth. Add eggs, brown sugar, spices, bourbon and salt, and pulse to combine. The mixture should be very smooth.
- Pour mixture into the chilled pie shell. Carefully transfer pie to the hot baking sheet on the bottom rack. Bake for 10 minutes, then lower the oven temperature to 300 and continue to bake until the crust is golden and the center jiggles just slightly when shaken, 35 to 45 minutes longer. Transfer pie to a wire cooling rack and allow to cool completely before serving. Pie can be baked up to 24 hours ahead of serving; do not refrigerate before serving.
PERFECT PUMPKIN PIE
Canned pumpkin purée is quick and easy to use. Don't substitute fresh pumpkin purée in this pie; it will be too watery.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Pie & Tarts Recipes
Yield Makes one 9-inch pie
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out pate brisee to a 13-inch round, about 1/8 inch thick. Fit into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim edge, leaving a 1-inch overhang: fold edge under and crimp as desired. Refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line crust with parchment and fill with pie weights or dried beans; bake until crust is set, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove pie weights and parchment, and continue to bake until bottom of crust is lightly browned, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Brush crust with egg white; let cool on a wire rack.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, pumpkin, evaporated milk, brown sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and nutmeg.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees. Pour pumpkin mixture into cooled crust. Bake until center is set but slightly wobbly, 50 to 55 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 6 hours and preferably overnight. Slice and serve with whipped cream, if desired.
Tips:
- For the perfect pie crust, use a combination of butter and shortening. This will create a flaky, tender crust that is not too greasy.
- When rolling out the dough, be sure to keep it cold. This will help prevent the gluten from developing, which will make the crust tough.
- If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch springform pan. Just be sure to line the bottom with parchment paper so the crust doesn't stick.
- To prevent the pumpkin pie filling from curdling, temper the eggs. This means slowly whisking the hot pumpkin mixture into the eggs, a little at a time. This will help the eggs to adjust to the heat and prevent them from cooking too quickly.
- Once the pie is baked, let it cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to develop.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin pie is a classic fall dessert that is easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious pumpkin pie that will be the star of your Thanksgiving table. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to bake!
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