DAD'S PUMPKIN CHIFFON PIE

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Deliciously different pumpkin chiffon pie with a gingersnap crust! My family has used this pumpkin pie recipe exclusively for all the 43 years I have been around! Originally submitted to ThanksgivingRecipe.com.

Provided by Jennifer Powell

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup pumpkin puree
3 eggs
½ cup white sugar
1 cup milk
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
2 tablespoons butter
1 (.25 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
¼ cup water
½ cup white sugar
1 (16 ounce) package gingersnap cookies

Steps:

  • Line one 9 inch pie pan with whole gingersnap cookies, breaking as necessary for fitting.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat cook pumpkin puree to heat through, stirring frequently.
  • Separate the eggs. Combine the egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, milk, spices and butter or margarine. Add to pumpkin and cook, stirring frequently until mixture is of custard consistency. Remove mixture from heat.
  • Soften gelatin in the cold water and stir into the pumpkin until dissolved. Chill mixture until it begins to stiffen (about 1 1/2 hours).
  • Whip egg whites with the remaining 1/2 cup sugar until stiff. Fold whipped egg whites into the pumpkin mixture. Spoon mixture into the prepared pan and chill until set (about 3 hours). Serve topped with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343 calories, Carbohydrate 54.9 g, Cholesterol 63.9 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 5.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 331 mg, Sugar 37.5 g

Nimra Raja
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Kyeyune Eddrick
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This pie is so good, I could eat it every day. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold fall day.


Leonard Hoover
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This pie is a must-try for any pumpkin lover. It's the perfect dessert to enjoy after a Thanksgiving feast.


imran butt
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This pie is a great make-ahead dessert. I love that I can make it the day before and it still tastes fresh and delicious.


george jolly
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I love the combination of pumpkin and spice in this pie. It's the perfect way to celebrate the fall season.


Tangima Akter
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This pie is the perfect fall dessert. It's light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness.


Bernard Bortey
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I've made this pie several times now, and it's always a hit. I love the creamy texture of the filling and the flaky crust.


JaydenPlayz26 Games
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This pie is so easy to make, even a beginner baker can make it. It's also a great recipe to make with kids.


Ali shan Abbasi
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I love that this pie is not too sweet. It's the perfect dessert to enjoy after a heavy meal.


md sohag hossen
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a great dessert to bring to potlucks and holiday gatherings.


Hiki Hiki
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I've tried many pumpkin chiffon pie recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


tgst zerihun
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This pie is a fall staple in my house. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Marcus Tigga
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I love this pie! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The filling is light and fluffy, and the crust is crispy and flaky.


Mekhi Dobson
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This pie is so delicious! The filling is creamy and flavorful, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I will definitely be making this pie again.


SANI MOHAMMED
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This pie is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a great make-ahead dessert, which is always a plus.


Tim Box
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I've made this pie several times now, and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and buttery, and the filling is rich and creamy. I love that it's not too sweet.


Boitumelo Tlhalepe
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The perfect fall pie! The flavors of pumpkin and spice are perfectly balanced, and the texture is light and fluffy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Stacy Kerce
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This pie is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes fresh and delicious.


Ashton Kintzinger
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I made this pie for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the creamy texture and the hint of pumpkin spice. I will definitely be making this pie again for future holiday gatherings.


Jaxon Gordon
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This pumpkin chiffon pie is a delightful fall treat! The filling is light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of pumpkin and spice. The graham cracker crust is a great complement to the filling, and the whipped cream topping adds a touch of richness.