Description
This classic Great Pumpkin Pie recipe features a rich and creamy pumpkin filling spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, all nestled in a flaky deep-dish pie crust. Perfectly baked for a warm, comforting dessert that’s ideal for Thanksgiving or any holiday gathering, served chilled or at room temperature, and optionally topped with whipped cream.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 1 (15-ounce) can pure pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to begin heating while you prepare the filling.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground cloves until well combined.
- Add Eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time to the pumpkin mixture, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Incorporate Evaporated Milk: Gradually stir in the evaporated milk, mixing until the filling is smooth and homogeneous.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the prepared filling mixture into the unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust evenly.
- Bake at 425°F: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes to set the filling initially.
- Reduce Temperature and Continue Baking: Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 40 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean, indicating the pie is fully baked.
- Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack to allow the filling to set properly.
- Serve: Serve the pie chilled or at room temperature. Optionally, top with whipped cream for added richness.
Notes
- To prevent a soggy crust, consider blind baking the pie crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
- For a dairy-free alternative, substitute evaporated milk with full-fat coconut milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
