THE PERFECT PUMPKIN PIE / PUMPKIN PIE RECIPE

pie crust

🥗Healthier: whole grain crust

💰Cheaper: store-bought crust

Whole grain crust is more nutritious, while store-bought is budget-friendly.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey or maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey or maple syrup can be healthier, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Add pumpkin puree to a mixing bowl.

Add 2 whole eggs and 1 egg yolk to the pumpkin puree and whisk until smooth.

Stir in room temperature evaporated milk and whisk until well combined.

Add dark brown sugar and granulated sugar, then whisk until combined.

Add vanilla, cinnamon powder, and salt, and whisk until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.

Place the ready-made pie crust in the preheated oven for 4-5 minutes to harden slightly.

Pour the pumpkin pie mixture into the hardened pie crust and shake gently to remove air bubbles.

Bake the pumpkin pie for 60 minutes or until the center is set.

Cool the pie for 30 minutes before cutting into it.

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