The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe Ever!
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 15 oz pumpkin puree)
(2 cups
- 1 cup heavy cream
or half & half
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup light brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup salted butter
chilled, and cut into 1 inch pieces**
- ¼ cup cold water
Directions
- 1
Place the flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor fitted with an “S” blade and pulse to combine.
- 2
In a large bowl, beat the eggs.
- 3
Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F.
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About this Recipe
Forget complicated recipes and store-bought pies! This is the only pumpkin pie recipe you’ll ever need, promising an easy-to-make, truly exceptional homemade dessert perfect for your Thanksgiving table.
What sets this pumpkin pie apart is its straightforward approach, delivering rich, authentic pumpkin flavor without relying on sweetened condensed milk. Instead, heavy cream (or half & half) creates a luxuriously smooth, custardy filling that’s deeply satisfying and lets the natural pumpkin shine.
Imagine a slice of pumpkin pie where every bite is a harmonious blend of warm spices like ground cinnamon and classic pumpkin pie spice, balanced by the subtle sweetness of light brown sugar. The filling is wonderfully creamy, encased in a tender crust made with salted butter. This pie is designed to be approachable for home cooks, ensuring a successful and delicious outcome that captures the essence of homemade comfort without unnecessary complexity.
While this recipe shines as written, you have options for subtle customization. You can choose between heavy cream for an extra rich filling or half & half for a slightly lighter texture. The recipe specifies amounts for ground cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice, which you can adjust slightly to match your personal preference for a bolder or milder spice profile.
This beloved pumpkin pie is undeniably the star of any holiday gathering, especially Thanksgiving. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, perhaps with a dollop of fresh whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.