Homemade Fresh Pumpkin Pie
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Homemade Fresh Pumpkin Pie

Delicious homemade pumpkin pie made with mashed, cooked pumpkin. Skip the canned stuff and make this classic Thanksgiving pumpkin pie from scratch.

Ingredients

  • 333730698 cups all-purpose flour
    1 ⅓
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • shortening
    ½ c
  • cold water

    or more as needed

    3 tbsp
  • mashed

    cooked pie pumpkin

    2 c
  • can evaporated milk
    1
  • eggs

    beaten

    2 large
  • packed brown sugar
    ¾ c
  • ground cinnamon
    ½ tsp
  • ground ginger
    ½ tsp
  • ground nutmeg
    ½ tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Gather all ingredients and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

    Step 1
  2. 2

    To make the pastry crust: Mix flour and salt together in a bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

    Step 2
  3. 3

    Mix in 3 tablespoons water, one at a time, until dough is moist enough to hold together. Add up to 1 more tablespoon water if needed.

    Step 3
  4. 4

    Shape dough into a ball with lightly floured hands. Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 inch.

    Step 4
  5. 5

    Place a 9-inch pie pan upside-down on the dough; use a sharp knife to cut a circle of dough 1 ½ inches larger than the pie pan. Remove and discard dough scraps and set pie pan aside.

    Step 5
  6. 6

    Gently roll circular piece of dough around the rolling pin; transfer it right-side up over the pie pan. Unroll, easing dough into the bottom of the pan.

    Step 6
  7. 7

    Use two hands to flute the dough around the top edges.

    Step 7
  8. 8

    To make the filling: Beat pumpkin, evaporated milk, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt in a large bowl with an electric mixer until well combined. Pour into the prepared crust.

    Step 8
  9. 9

    Bake in the preheated oven until a knife inserted into the filling 1 inch from the edge comes out clean, 40 to 60 minutes. Cover the edges with foil if needed to prevent from burning as the filling cooks.

  10. 10

    Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature before serving.

    Step 10
  11. 11

    Enjoy!

    Step 11
Homemade Fresh Pumpkin Pie
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Homemade Fresh Pumpkin Pie

4.7(883)363 cal

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About this Recipe

Dreaming of that quintessential holiday dessert? This Homemade Fresh Pumpkin Pie recipe brings the authentic taste of fall right to your table, allowing you to skip the canned purée for a truly from-scratch experience that celebrates the season. What sets this recipe apart is its unwavering commitment to fresh ingredients, utilizing real mashed, cooked pie pumpkin for an unparalleled depth of flavor and creamy texture. This careful approach ensures a deeply rich, natural pumpkin taste that simply can't be replicated with pre-packaged purée, elevating your classic Thanksgiving pumpkin pie into something truly memorable and special. Prepare for a wonderfully comforting and classic dessert experience with every slice. You'll discover a creamy, velvety pumpkin filling, expertly balanced with the warm, inviting aroma of ground cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Each generous bite delivers a harmonious blend of sweet packed brown sugar and the earthy, subtly sweet notes of fresh pumpkin, all nestled within a tender, flaky homemade crust. This pie offers a familiar yet elevated taste that evokes cherished memories and is perfectly suited for any festive gathering, promising a satisfying end to your meal. You have the flexibility to personalize the spice levels to perfectly match your palate; feel free to add a little more ground cinnamon, ginger, or nutmeg to deepen the aromatic warmth. For those who enjoy a visual flourish, consider creating a beautifully fluted edge on your pie crust or adding delicate cut-out pastry shapes on top before baking to make it even more festive. This Homemade Fresh Pumpkin Pie stands as the quintessential dessert for Thanksgiving feasts, cherished family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or any occasion where a comforting, classic treat is deeply appreciated. Serve each generous slice with a dollop of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgent delight.

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