Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Nothing beats a homemade Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe during autumn season. This traditional dessert brings families together with its creamy texture and warm spices.
Equipment
- 9-inch pie pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Electric mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wire whisk
- Rubber spatula
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 2 large eggs
- 1 can 15 oz pumpkin puree
- 1 can 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F exactly.
- Place pie crust in pan carefully.
- Beat eggs in large bowl thoroughly.
- Add pumpkin puree to beaten eggs.
- Stir in sweetened condensed milk completely.
- Mix all spices and salt together.
- Combine spice mixture with pumpkin filling.
- Pour filling into prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F.
- Reduce temperature to 350°F immediately.
- Continue baking for 35-40 minutes more.
- Test doneness with clean knife insertion.
- Cool completely before serving pie.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs for smoother mixing
- Don't overbake - center should slightly jiggle
- Cool pie completely before refrigerating overnight
- Brush crust edges with egg wash for golden color
- Add extra spices for more intense flavor profile