The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe. This decadent dessert features a luscious pumpkin filling nestled in a flaky, buttery pie crust, topped with a dollop of freshly whipped cream. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall gathering!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 5 hours
- Yield: 1 pie (8-10 servings) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Pie Filling:
- 1 (8 oz) package Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 (15 oz) can Pure Pumpkin Puree
- 1/2 cup Butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla
- 3 large Eggs
- 3 1/4 cups Powdered Sugar (may reduce to 2 1/2 cups)
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Nutmeg or Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
All-Butter Pie Crust:
- See recipe at Butter Flaky Pie Crust Recipe
Additional:
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
Instructions
- Make pie crust: Prepare and chill the dough according to the recipe instructions.
- Beat cream cheese: In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
- Add pumpkin: Mix in the pure pumpkin puree for another 5 minutes.
- Incorporate butter and vanilla: Add melted butter and vanilla, mixing for 1 minute.
- Incorporate eggs: Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add sugar and spices: Stir in powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- Preheat oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare pie crust: Place pie dough in a deep-dish pie pan.
- Fill pie crust: Pour pumpkin pie filling into the crust and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F, then reduce heat to 350°F (180°C) and bake for 42-48 minutes. Cover with foil if needed to prevent over-browning.
- Cool and chill: Let the pie cool to room temperature for about 1 hour, then chill in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
- Serve: Top with freshly whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for best results.
- Watch the pie crust for browning during baking and cover if necessary.
- Chilling the pie before serving helps it set and enhances flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (assuming 10 slices)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Pie, Thanksgiving, Dessert, Fall Recipe, Cream Cheese, Pumpkin Puree
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