In the realm of culinary delights, few desserts evoke such a sense of comfort and nostalgia as the paradise pumpkin pie. With its golden crust, velvety smooth filling, and the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, this classic treat has captured the hearts of dessert enthusiasts for generations. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook, embarking on the journey to create the ultimate paradise pumpkin pie can be a rewarding and delicious experience. In this comprehensive guide, we will venture into the world of pumpkin pies, uncovering the secrets to crafting a pie that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you yearning for more.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
PARADISE PUMPKIN PIE
Whenever I take this pie to a holiday party, potluck supper or bake sale, I take along copies of the recipe, too-I'm sure to be asked for it. With the pie's very rich taste, even a sliver is satisfying!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla; mix well. Add egg; beat until smooth. Spread over bottom of pie shell. Chill 30 minutes. In a bowl, beat filling ingredients until smooth. Carefully pour over the cream cheese layer. Cover edge of pie with foil. Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Remove foil; bake 25 minutes longer. Meanwhile, mix flour, brown sugar and butter until crumbly; stir in pecans. Sprinkle over pie. Bake 10-15 minutes more or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts :
PARADISE PUMPKIN PIE (FROM PHILADELPHIA CREAM CHEESE COOKBOOK)
From the 1981 Philadelphia Cream Cheese cookbook.
Provided by Stacia Osborn
Categories Pies
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Combine softened cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla, mixing until well blended. Blend in egg. Spread onto bottom of pastry shell
- 2. Combine remaining ingredients; mix well. Carefully pour over cream cheese mixture. Bake at 350, 1 hour and 5 minutes. Cool. Brush with maple syrup and garnish with pecan halves, if desired.
OLD FASHIONED PARADISE PUMPKIN PIE
This triple-decker pie has a cheesecake layer on the bottom, pumpkin custard in the middle, and a pecan streusel layer on top. Paradise!
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 2h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- To Make Cheesecake Layer: In a medium mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in 1/4 cup sugar, then add vanilla extract and 1 egg. Beat mixture until light and smooth. Chill mixture for 30 minutes, then spread into pastry shell.
- To Make Pumpkin Layer: In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup white sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Pour pumpkin mixture over cream cheese layer. Cover edges of crust with aluminum foil.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes. Remove foil from edges and bake an additional 25 minutes.
- To Make Pecan Streusel Layer: While pie is in oven, combine flour and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in a small bowl. Mix well, then add softened butter or margarine and stir until ingredients are combined. Mix in pecans.
- After pie has been in oven for 50 minutes, remove and sprinkle pecan streusel evenly over top. Bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.9 calories, Carbohydrate 40.3 g, Cholesterol 117.3 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 433.1 mg, Sugar 28.1 g
PARADISE PUMPKIN PIE I
This pumpkin pie has a cheesecake-like layer on the bottom.
Provided by BUCHKO
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a small mixing bowl combine cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat well, then add 1 egg and mix until thoroughly combined. Spread onto the bottom of pie shell and set aside.
- In a medium bowl combine pumpkin, evaporated milk, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Mix well, then pour the mixture over the cream cheese layer.
- Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour or until set in center. Cool, then brush top with maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 109.7 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 357.4 mg, Sugar 30 g
PARADISE PUMPKIN PIE II
This is a very rich and delicious version of the pumpkin pie. It has a cheesecake layer, a pumpkin custard layer, and is topped with caramelized pecans. My aunt gave this recipe to me years ago, and I always get asked for the recipe.
Provided by BMDSINGLE
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- To Make Cheesecake Layer: In a small mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until fluffy. Mix in 1/4 cup white sugar. Add 1 egg and vanilla extract. Stir until mixture is smooth. Pour mixture into pastry shell.
- To Make Pumpkin Layer: In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup white sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, evaporated milk, and 2 beaten eggs. Mix thoroughly, then pour mixture over cheesecake layer.
- Bake in preheated oven for 65 minutes, until set in center. Remove pie and turn oven to broiler setting.
- To Make Pecan Topping: In a small bowl, mix together softened butter or margarine, brown sugar, and chopped pecans. Gently drop mixture by teaspoonfuls over pie, covering top evenly.
- Broil 5 inches below oven coils until mixture begins to bubble, about 3 minutes. Do not overcook, or top will become syrupy. Cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.3 g, Cholesterol 121.1 mg, Fat 30.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 372.9 mg, Sugar 42.2 g
PARADISE PUMPKIN PIE
My Mother used to make this pie every Thanksgiving. She has passed now & I have been looking for this recipe for years! The other day I was looking through some pictures that I have stored away. There was a baggie with some papers in the pile of old photos. I opened it & to my joy..It was Mom's recipes!It was awesome to see her...
Provided by cheryl pierce
Categories Pies
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350...Combine softened cream cheese, sugar & vanilla, mixing until well blended. add egg; mix well. Spread onto bottom of pie crust.
- 2. Combine remaining ingredients; mix well. Carefully pour over cream cheese mixture.
- 3. Bake @ 350, one hour or until done.
Tips:
- Use fresh pumpkin purée: Fresh pumpkin purée has a sweeter, more vibrant flavor than canned pumpkin purée. If you can, make your own pumpkin purée by roasting a pumpkin and then blending 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 hot oven: A hot oven will help the pie to set properly and prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving: This will help the pie to set and firm up.
Conclusion:
Pumpkin pie is a classic fall dessert that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, creamy filling and flaky crust, it's the perfect way to end a Thanksgiving or Christmas meal. Follow these tips to make the best pumpkin pie possible. You and your loved ones will enjoy it!
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