Introduction
Nothing says "Thanksgiving" quite like a delicious pumpkin pie. This classic dessert is a must-have for any holiday feast, and with this recipe, you can make the best pumpkin pie your guests have ever tasted. This recipe is easy to follow and can be made in just a few simple steps.
Ingredients
For the crust:- 1 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour- 1/2 teaspoon of salt- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, cold and cubed- 3-4 tablespoons of ice waterFor the filling:- 1 can of pumpkin puree- 1 and 1/4 cups of heavy cream- 3/4 cup of brown sugar- 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon- 1 teaspoon of ground ginger- 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg- 1/2 teaspoon of salt- 3 large eggs- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt for the crust. Add the cubed butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.3. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.4. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the edges and prick the bottom with a fork.5. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.6. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.7. Pour the filling into the crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.9. Let the pie cool completely before serving.
Conclusion
This pumpkin pie recipe is guaranteed to be a hit at your Thanksgiving feast. With its flaky crust and creamy filling, it's the perfect dessert to end your holiday meal. Give this recipe a try and impress your guests with your baking skills.
