Perfect 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.

Add 3 eggs at room temperature to a bowl and whisk.

Add brown sugar, salt, and evaporated milk to the bowl.

Mix in pumpkin spice mix; if you don't have it, you can use cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg instead.

Add pumpkin puree and mix well.

Use a homemade flaky buttery pie crust or store-bought dough if short on time.

Fill the pie shell almost to the top with the filling.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 45 to 55 minutes.

Check if the pie is ready when the center jiggles a little bit.

Let the pie cool at room temperature for at least 45 minutes.

Prepare whipped cream by pouring out 1/2 cup of cold whipping cream into a bowl.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of sugar and a pinch of pumpkin spice to the cream.

Whisk until it forms soft peaks.

Cooking Techniques

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