In the realm of culinary delights, few desserts hold a more prominent place than the classic two-crust pumpkin pie. This iconic treat, often associated with the warmth and comfort of autumn, holds a special place in many hearts. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a newcomer to the kitchen, embarking on the journey to create a perfect two-crust pumpkin pie can be a rewarding and delicious adventure. The combination of a flaky, golden crust enveloping a velvety smooth and flavorful pumpkin filling is a true testament to the art of baking. So, prepare to dive into the world of pumpkin pie perfection as we explore the secrets to crafting this timeless dessert.
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PUMPKIN PIE FOR TWO
Attention pie crust lovers! These mini pumpkin pies are the best way to get maximum flaky crust to match every creamy bite of the filling. Bonus: Since they're so easy to make, there's no need to wait for Thanksgiving to whip them up.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For the crust: Put a small baking sheet on a rack in the center of the oven, and preheat to 375 degrees F. Process the flour, butter, granulated and confectioners' sugars and salt in a food processor until the mixture resembles wet crumbs and holds together when squeezed in your palm, about 2 minutes (this takes longer than seems necessary, but be patient). Divide the mixture evenly between two 5-inch aluminum pie pans or pie tins. Press the dough very firmly into the bottoms and up the sides, making sure to press it into the corners very well. Smooth and flatten the tops with your fingers or the back of a small spoon.
- Bake the crusts on the hot baking sheet until the bottom and sides are golden brown (probably more in some spots than in others), about 12 minutes. Let cool completely on a cooling rack.
- For the filling: Whisk together the eggs, cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and allspice in a medium bowl. Whisk in the pumpkin puree and then the melted butter.
- Put the filling in the pie shells. Bake until puffed and the centers still look slightly wet but not loose, 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
- For the lightly sweetened whipped cream: Put the cream, sugar and vanilla in a well-chilled bowl or in a bowl over ice. Beat with a whisk by hand or an electric hand mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, about 1 minute.
- Dollop each pie with some whipped cream and serve.
PERFECT PUMPKIN PIE
For such a seemingly simple dessert, pumpkin pie can be tricky to make. This recipe promises a tender, flaky crust and gently spiced pumpkin filling that won't crack as it cools.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Desserts
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 to 10 (Makes one 9-inch deep-dish pie)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and set an oven rack in the middle position.
- If using a homemade crust: Cover the chilled crust with a piece of parchment paper. Fill the crust about three-quarters full with dried beans or pie weights. Bake for 20 minutes. Take the crust out of the oven; remove the parchment paper and beans/pie weights and tent the edges with a few strips of foil folded in half lengthwise (this will protect the edges from getting too dark). Bake for another 20 minutes, until the dough is dry and golden. Don't worry if the bottom puffs up; just press it down gently with a flat spatula, such as a pancake turner, taking care not to puncture it. Remove the foil but don't throw it away; you may need it again.
- If using a frozen crust: Follow the instructions for blind-baking on the package.
- After blind-baking the crust, reduce the oven temperature to 325°F.
- Make the Pumpkin Pie Filling: In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin, egg, egg yolks, granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, pepper, and evaporated milk. Whisk until smooth, then pour the filling into the pre-baked crust.
- Bake the pie for 50 to 60 minutes, until the filling is just set. It should look dry around the edges, but the center should jiggle just slightly if you nudge the pan. Keep a close eye on the pie as it bakes; if ever the crust looks like it's browning too quickly, tent the edges again with the foil strips. Let the pie cool on a rack (leave it on the baking sheet) to room temperature, a few hours. Slice or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Make Ahead: Pumpkin pie can be made one day ahead of time and refrigerated.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The dough can be made ahead, wrapped in plastic, and refrigerated for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to 1 month. If you freeze it, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator. The pie can be frozen after baking for up to 1 month. After it is completely cooled, double-wrap it securely with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap, or place it in heavy-duty freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335, Fat 15g, Carbohydrate 45g, Protein 6g, SaturatedFat 8g, Sugar 27g, Fiber 2g, Sodium 287mg, Cholesterol 103mg
DOUBLE LAYER PUMPKIN PIE
Rich and creamy.
Provided by Joyce
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 4h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together cream cheese, 1 tablespoon of milk, and sugar until smooth. Gently stir in whipped topping. Spread into bottom of crust.
- Pour 1 cup of milk into large bowl, and thoroughly mix in pudding mix, pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. When thickened, spread over cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate 4 hours, or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.7 calories, Carbohydrate 51.2 g, Cholesterol 18.2 mg, Fat 16 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 690.2 mg, Sugar 36.5 g
TWO-CRUST PUMPKIN PIE
Provided by Florence Fabricant
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Combine the pumpkin, raisins, brown sugar, flour, lemon juice, ginger, nutmeg and cloves in a large bowl.
- Line a 9-inch pie pan with pastry for the bottom crust, fill with pie weights or dried beans and blind bake for 15 minutes. When crust is done blind-baking, spoon in the pumpkin mixture. Dot with the butter. Cover with the top crust, and seal and crimp the edges. Cut a few decorative slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
- Bake 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake until the crust is golden brown, about 40 minutes longer. Serve warm or cooled to room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 167, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 36 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 10 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams, TransFat 0 grams
TWO-CRUST PUMPKIN PIE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine pumpkin, raisins, brown sugar, flour, orange juice concentrate and the spices in a bowl.
- Divide pastry in slightly unequal halves, roll out larger portion on lightly floured board, and line pie pan. Spoon in pumpkin mixture. Dot with butter. Cover with top crust. Seal and crimp edges, brush with cream, and cut a few decorative slits in top for steam to escape.
- Bake 15 minutes. Reduce the heat to 350 degrees, and continue baking until the crust is golden brown, about 1 hour. Serve warm or at room temperature with ice cream or sorbet.
CLASSIC TWO CRUST APPLE PIE
Sometimes simple is better. To my taste buds this applies to apple pie. There is nothing in this pie to overpower or detract from the apples. The best pie apples are ones you probably wouldn't pick to eat out-of-hand. For most people, they're too tart and too hard. Use those for your pies. Prep time does not include making pie crust.
Provided by sugarpea
Categories Pie
Time 1h30m
Yield 1 9inch pie, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Peel, core and thinly and thickly slice the apples; toss with lemon juice if using.
- Combine and mix apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg; pour into crust-lined pie plate; dot with butter.
- Place top crust, seal and vent; cover edges of crust with narrow band of aluminum foil, shiny side out.
- Bake at 425°F for 20 minutes; reduce temperature to 375°F and bake another 30-40 minutes until filling is bubbling and crust is nicely browned.
- If necessary remove foil last 10 minutes to brown edges.
IMPOSSIBLE PUMPKIN PIE II
This is one of the 'impossibles' that we all love. A pumpkin pie that makes its own crust!
Provided by Roberta J
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Squash
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9 inch pie pan.
- In a large bowl, combine sugar and baking mix. Stir in butter, milk and eggs. Then beat in pumpkin, spice and vanilla to mixture until smooth. Pour into pie pan.
- Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Refrigerate any remaining pie. High altitude directions: Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 45 to 50 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.4 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 309.7 mg, Sugar 24.6 g
NO-CRUST PUMPKIN PIE
Baked in a water bath, this pie has a texture that's more like a custard than a traditional pumpkin pie. In place of canned or fresh pumpkin, I sometimes use cushaw, a type of crookneck squash.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, combine the sugar and flour. Add eggs; mix well. Stir in the pumpkin, milk, vanilla and, if desired, cinnamon; mix until well blended. Pour into a greased 9-in. pie plate. Place pie plate in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; add 1/2 in. of hot water to pan. Bake at 350° until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 50-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor. Canned pumpkin puree can be substituted, but it will not be as flavorful.
- Make sure the butter and shortening are very cold before using them in the pie crust. This will help to keep the crust flaky.
- Do not overwork the pie dough. Overworking the dough will make it tough.
- Chill the pie dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven.
- Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the crust cooks evenly.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to develop.
Conclusion:
Two-crust pumpkin pie is a classic fall dessert that is sure to please everyone at your table. With its flaky crust and creamy, flavorful filling, this pie is a perfect way to celebrate the season. Follow these tips to make the best two-crust pumpkin pie possible.
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