Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin Pie

Autumn
170 min
8 servings
374 kcal / serving

Every Thanksgiving dessert spread needs a homemade pumpkin pie! This classic dessert recipe results in a creamy filling and perfectly crisp crust.

Ingredients

  • 1unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1can pumpkin puree
  • 1 ¼ c.heavy whipping cream
  • ½ c.granulated sugar
  • ¼ c.packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tsp.pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp.vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp.kosher salt
  • 2 largeeggs plus 1 large egg yolk
  • whipped cream, to serve

Directions

  1. 1

    For the crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll the pie dough into a 13-inch round. Transfer the crust to a 9-inch pie plate that is at least 1 1/2 inches deep. Tuck the edges of the crust under to be even with the edge of the pie plate and crimp. Prick the surface of the crust all over with a fork and place the crust in the refrigerator for 60 minutes (or freezer for 30 minutes).

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 400˚F. Line the inside of the crust with parchment paper, then fill to the top with baking weights or dried beans.

  3. 3

    Bake the pie crust until the edges look dry and it just begins to take on a bit of color, 13 to 15 minutes. Remove the crust from the oven and then, carefully remove the parchment paper and pie weights. (Place the pie weights into a bowl to cool.) Return the crust to the oven and bake just until the bottom of the crust appears dry, 4 to 6 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F.

  4. 4

    For the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, cream, and sugars. Whisk in the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, salt, eggs, and egg yolk until thoroughly combined.

  5. 5

    Pour the filling into the pie crust and place on a baking sheet. Bake until it is set around the edges and the center jiggles just slightly, 55 to 60 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Serve immediately with whipped cream or refrigerate.