This fall favorite Pumpkin Pie is so easy to make and has the best flavor and texture. It’s made with homemade pumpkin puree, which gives the pie silky smooth texture and wonderful pumpkin flavor. If pumpkin pie is your favorite fall pie, you’ve come to the right place for a delicious recipe.
PUMPKIN PIE
This pie is my husband’s all time favorite pie. Well, this one and my Pumpkin Cheesecake Pie. Needless to say, I make a lot of pumpkin pies every fall and every Thanksgiving. I actually have to make an extra pie at Thanksgiving because he wants to make sure that we have leftovers.
I really don’t mind making so many pies because this is one of my favorites too and of course, it’s so easy to make. It doesn’t get easier than whisking ingredients together for the pie filling and baking it in a pie shell. When it comes to the pie crust, it’s baker’s choice. You can use homemade pie crust or store-bought pie crust. To be honest, I rarely make homemade pie crust just out of pure laziness.
Most of the time, I use the Pillsbury refrigerated pie crust because I can easily fit it into my pie dish. When I do make homemade pie crust, I use this recipe.
Now, the big question that my family and friends often ask, “do I have to pre-bake the pie crust?” I’m sure that many professional bakers will say that you do have to pre-bake but I am a rebel. I have never pre-baked crust for my pumpkin pies and personally, I have not had any issues with it. If you’re a strong believer in pre-baking the crust, then you should do it, of course.
I may not take the extra step of pre-baking the crust, but I do prefer to use homemade pumpkin puree in this pie. The texture and flavor is so much better with homemade puree. Texture of homemade pumpkin puree is softer, smoother, and silkier than canned one and that shows in the pie. The taste is also much nicer because of the natural pumpkin taste of the puree.
HOW TO MAKE IT
Making pumpkin pie is as much fun as eating it because it’s so easy! And, about 15 minutes into baking, the kitchen will start filling up with the most amazing aroma.
To make the pie filling, simply whisk all ingredients together until smooth.
Spray the pie dish with cooking spray and sprinkle some flour over it. Gently shake the dish around to spread the flour, flip it over the sink or trash can, and tap on the bottom of it to shake off excess flour. Roll out pie dough and fit it into the pie dish, gently pressing to fit the form of the dish. The edges can be scalloped or left rustic.
Pour the filling into the pie pan.
NOTE: to prevent the crust edges from browning to quickly, cut 4 strips of aluminum foil that are about 2-3 inches wide and gently wrap them around the edge of the pie dish, covering the crust.
Bake the pie at 350° for about 60 minutes.
How Do I Know If Pumpkin Pie Is Done?
When the pie is done, it will still giggle in the middle but it will not be runny. Don’t worry about it giggling, it will settle as it cools and set while it’s chilled.
STORING INSTRUCTIONS
Best way to store homemade pumpkin pie is in the refrigerator. Make sure to cool the pie completely and cover it air-tight with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Properly stored, it will last up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
Can I Make It Ahead Of Time?
Absolutely! Pumpkin pie is a great dessert to make ahead of time. Prepare it the day before completely and store in the refrigerator. It tastes great with some whipped cream on top, a scoop of ice cream next to it, or some caramel drizzle.
If you prefer it warm, you can pop it into the microwave for a few seconds.
FREEZING INSTRUCTIONS
You can easily freeze the whole pie after baking.
If planning of freezing the pie, bake it in an aluminum pie dish. Once the pie is baked and cooled, wrap it in a few layers of plastic wrap tightly. Wrap it in aluminum foil, label, and freeze for up to 2 months.
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Pumpkin Pie
Ingredients
Pumpkin Pie Filling
- 2 cup homemade pumpkin puree (or 1 can of canned pumpkin puree)
- 1 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground all spice
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Pumpkin Pie
- 1 refrigerated pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Whisk all ingredients for pumpkin pie filling together until smooth.
- Spray the pie dish with cooking spray and sprinkle some flour over it. Gently shake the dish around to spread the flour, flip it over the sink or trash can, and tap on the bottom of it to shake off excess flour.
- Roll out pie dough and fit it into the pie dish, gently pressing to fit the form of the dish. The edges can be scalloped or left rustic.
- Pour the filling into the pie pan.
- To prevent the crust edges from browning to quickly, cut 4 strips of aluminum foil that are about 2-3 inches wide and gently wrap them around the edge of the pie dish, covering the crust.
- Bake the pie for about 60 minutes. Take the pie out and let it cool to room temperature.
- Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
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Originally published on Will Cook For Smiles on October 19, 2012. Updated October 17, 2020.
Tonia@thegunnysack says
Looks delicious Lyuba! I’m glad you pumpkin patch adventure ended well!
Shannah @ Just Us Four says
Wow, that is a gorgeous pie! ANd it looks like the pumpkin patch visit was a big success too 🙂
Amber Hurlbut says
I love the little leaf cutout on top of the pie. Such an original touch. 🙂
Juggling Act says
love your post! and your pie looks so pretty – i’d never thought of doing it that way! 🙂 i’d love for you to come and link this up with my Pumpkin Patch Blog Hop – http://www.jugglingactmama.blogspot.com/2012/10/pumpkin-patch-blog-hop.html
hope you have a great weekend!
Debra says
Beautiful pie and lovely photo’s. I DO NOT MISS MR and MRS Tantrum!!! My kids are 20, 17 and 12 now.
Maria says
Oh your pie is BEAUTIFUL!!! Love the leaf on top!
Kelly Braucht says
LOVE that pie!! 🙂
Kathryn says
Ummm, that pie looks way too pretty to eat! But it also sounds sooo delish! I’d love for you to link this up to my party!
Kathryn
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Marie LeBaron says
I love that large leaf topping. So fun!
SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime says
I pinned this:D
Charlene@APinchofJoy says
Gorgeous — the autumn leaf is a beautiful touch to a yummy sounding recipe! Thanks for sharing on Busy Monday.
Jenn @ Clean and Scentsible says
This looks beautiful! I would almost hate to eat it – but not quite! lol! Thanks so much for coming out to the party at Clean and Scentsible. I will be featuring this tomorrow. Happy Sunday!
Jenn 🙂
Nathalie says
Thanks for the perfect pumpkin pie recipe. I always like to make my pumpkin pie with a homemade puree too. I cook the pumpkin in the microwave for this. Bookmarked the recipe!
Valerie Diaz says
This pie was amazing!!!! I really love pumpkin and couldn’t find a good one but this one was amazing !! Definitely a new favorite !!!!