How to Make the Perfect Classic Pumpkin Pie
American · Easy · 65 min · 8 servings
This classic pumpkin pie spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg is one of the most comforting kid friendly recipes perfect for holiday gatherings. Kids love mashing the soft pumpkin filling into the crust and counting down the minutes until dessert time.
Why this recipe works
This Classic Pumpkin Pie recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 65 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 295 calories with 6g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 can pure pumpkin puree 15 oz
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 piece refrigerated deep dish pie crust
- 1 cup whipped cream for serving
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Mix the Pumpkin Filling
Whisk together pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and salt in a large bowl until completely smooth and uniformly colored. The condensed milk does double duty providing both sweetness and the creamy custard base for this simple filling.
Step 2: Fill the Crust
Press the pie crust into a 9-inch deep dish pie plate and crimp the edges decoratively. Pour the pumpkin filling into the unbaked crust filling it almost to the top and transfer carefully to the oven without spilling.
Step 3: Bake Until Set
Bake at 425 degrees F for 15 minutes then reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F and continue baking for 40 minutes. The pie is done when the edges are set and the center jiggles only slightly like gelatin when the pan is gently shaken.
Step 4: Cool and Serve
Cool pie completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours then refrigerate until ready to serve. Top each slice with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a small dusting of extra pumpkin pie spice for a festive finish kids always appreciate.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- pumpkin pie spice → equal parts cinnamon with a pinch each of ginger cloves and nutmeg
- sweetened condensed milk → evaporated milk plus half a cup of brown sugar
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Overbaking the pie past the jiggle test which causes the custard to crack across the top
- Using pumpkin pie filling instead of pure pumpkin puree which is pre-seasoned and makes the pie too sweet and overpowering
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 295 calories, 6g protein, 40g carbs, 12g fat, 2g fiber.
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