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    Home » Recipes » Tarts + Pies Recipes » The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe

    Published: Nov 4, 2021 · Modified: Jul 7, 2022 by Kristen Massad · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe

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    The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe will be the star of the show on your Thanksgiving table. There is nothing better than a Classic Pumpkin Pie that is smooth, has the perfect amount of spice and sweet and baked into the flakiest homemade pie crust!

    A close up of a pumpkin pie slice with a fork on a plate.

    Pumpkin is without a doubt one of the most popular flavors of fall. A flavor that people are waiting all year for and it never disappoints when the season rolls around. Some non pie pumpkin desserts that we love are these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars or this Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bundt Cake. A classic pumpkin pie has the same popularity and it is a must on the dessert table at thanksgiving.

    The smooth and creamy texture make The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe one to come back to over and over again. When you are going to choose one slice of pie for dessert, it better be the best and this is truly the best!

    Ingredients

    Pie Crust
    One of the most important parts of pumpkin pie is the crust. Whether you are choosing a Homemade Pie Crust or a store bought, just be sure to blind bake the crust before adding the pumpkin filling to ensure a flakey and fully baked bottom 

    Pumpkin Puree
    Fresh or canned, make sure that you are using 100% Pure Pumpkin Puree. Most people go the canned route and so do I, it is smooth and creamy and ready to be made into the perfect pie.

    Sugar
    A combination of light brown sugar and granulated sugar adds the perfect amount of sweet that this pie needs.

    Eggs 
    Three eggs will set the pumpkin pie filling and create a custard like texture.

    Spices
    There is a spice call pumpkin pie spice, but I like to create my own so that I can control the amount of each spice that goes in. Ground cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg are the three spices that flavor this classic pie so well!

    Vanilla Extract 
    A small dash of vanilla extract will add one more touch of flavor that this pie really needs!

    Heavy Whipping Cream
    Not all Pumpkin Pies are created equal and not all pumpkin pies have heavy cream whisked into them. Heavy whipping cream is going to give this pie the most amazing velvety texture that you won't get with another recipe.

    Directions

    A gold pie plate with pie dough formed into it.

    Homemade Pie Crust 

    • Roll out the Homemade Pie Dough onto a floured surface to approximately 12 inches round. 
    • Shape the dough into a 9 inch pie plate, fold the overhang under and crimp the edges of the dough 
    • Refrigerate the pie crust for one hour 
    A gold pie plate with pie dough and parchment paper and pie weights on top.

    Blind Bake The Pie Crust 

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and remove the pie crust from the refrigerator, using a fork pierce the bottom of the pie
    • Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the crust and fill with pie weights or dried beans to prevent the dough from puffing up 
    • Blind bake the pie crust for 15-18 minutes
    • Remove the pie crust from the oven and allow it to cool while you prepare the Pumpkin Filling 
    A gold pie plate with pie dough and pumpkin pie filling baked into the crust.

    Pumpkin Pie Filling 

    • In a large bowl whisk together the pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt and vanilla extract
    • Slowly whisk in the heavy whipping cream and continue whisking until smooth and fully combined 
    • Pour the pumpkin pie filling into the blind baked pie crust 
    • Bake the Pumpkin Pie for 40-45 minutes or until the edges are puffed up and the center has a slight jiggle
    • Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely
    • Serve with fresh whipped cream

    Important Tips To Make The Best Pumpkin Pie

    Avoid The Cracks
    Traditional Pumpkin Pie is known to have some cracks, but this can be avoided by really watching the bake time. The pie is done baking when the sides are puffed up and the center has a slight jiggle. If you go beyond the recommend bake time, you can end up with a crack. Don't worry though because the pie is still delicious to eat, with or with out cracks, just add a dollop of whipped cream on top!

    Garnish
    I love a good and simple garnish for this pumpkin pie! A classic Homemade Whipped Cream is the perfect addition, but you can add a dusting of cinnamon or throw on some sugared cranberries for a festive decoration!

    Pie Plates
    There are a variety of pie plates to choose from, but choose one that you want to serve the pie in. The best part about pies is that you serve them in the same thing you bake them in! I love a traditional pie pan, but a decorative glass pie plate works perfect as well!

    More Pumpkin Recipes You Will Love

    • The Best Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
    • Pumpkin Cream Cheese Bundt Cake
    • Cinnamon Sugar Pumpkin Bread
    • Easy Boozy Fall Punch

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    A close up of a pumpkin pie slice with a fork on a plate.

    The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe

    The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe will be the star of the show on your Thanksgiving table. There is nothing better than a Classic Pumpkin Pie that is smooth, has the perfect amount of spice and sweet and baked into the flakiest homemade pie crust!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Dessert
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes
    Rest Time: 1 hour
    Total Time: 2 hours
    Servings: 12 People
    Calories: 163kcal
    Author: Kristen Massad

    Ingredients

    • 1 Recipe Homemade Pie Crust or Store Bought
    • 1 15 Ounce Can Pure Pumpkin Puree
    • ½ Cup Light Brown Sugar
    • ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
    • 3 Eggs
    • 1 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    • ½ Teaspoon Ground Ginger
    • ¼ Teaspoon Nutmeg
    • ¼ Teaspoon Salt
    • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    • 1 Cup Heavy Whipping Cream

    Instructions

    Homemade Pie Crust

    • Roll out the Homemade Pie Dough onto a floured surface to approximately 12 inches round.
    • Shape the dough into a 9 inch pie plate, fold the overhang under and crimp the edges of the dough
    • Refrigerate the pie crust for one hour

    Blind Bake The Pie Crust

    • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and remove the pie crust from the refrigerator, using a fork pierce the bottom of the pie
    • Place a piece of parchment paper on top of the crust and fill with pie weights or dried beans to prevent the dough from puffing up
    • Blind bake the pie crust for 15-18 minutes
    • Remove the pie crust from the oven and allow it to cool while you prepare the Pumpkin Filling

    Pumpkin Pie Filling

    • In a large bowl whisk together the pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt and vanilla extract
    • Slowly whisk in the heavy whipping cream and continue whisking until smooth and fully combined
    • Pour the pumpkin pie filling into the blind baked pie crust
    • Bake the Pumpkin Pie for 40-45 minutes or until the edges are puffed up and the center has a slight jiggle
    • Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely
    • Serve with fresh whipped cream

    Nutrition

    Serving: 12servings | Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 94mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 440IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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