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    Incredibly Easy Pumpkin Custard Pie

    Published: Sep 8, 2023 by Radwa ·

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    What's your favorite Thanksgiving dessert? Mine is this Pumpkin Custard Pie — a buttery crust filled with creamy pumpkin custard, flavored with fall spices, and topped with pecans.

    A whole pumpkin custard pie topped with chopped pecans.

    Pumpkin Custard Pie

    I am a big fan of pumpkin pies. I always have pre-made pie crusts in my freezer and pumpkin puree in the pantry, so I can whip up a super-easy pie in no time.

    This pumpkin pie is my favourite. Not only on Thanksgiving, but it also gives that white Christmas vibe with its yummy and overly flavorful delight. It is my best pumpkin pie to make in the fall season as well.

    The texture of this Pumpkin Pie is an absolute winner! The crust is crisp and firm, but when you bite through a slice, the filling gives you the creamy and smooth texture you crave from a pie filling. It is also super flavorful and not overly sweet.

    Pre-baking the pie crust is the trick to a crispy and flaky crust. Also, if you use homemade pumpkin puree, ensure it is smooth and has no excess moisture.

    Today, I am sharing my family's favourite tried and tested classic Pumpkin Custard Pie recipe, the whole process, and step-by-step photo instructions.

    Cutting a slice from the pumpkin custard pie.

    Ingredients

    “See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.”

    Pie Crust. I use a store-bought pie crust to make this recipe so easy and convenient. You can use gluten-free pie crust to make this recipe gluten-free.

    Pumpkin Puree. I use store-bought pumpkin puree in this recipe, however, you may use homemade pumpkin puree if you want.

    Vanilla Extract. To flavor the pie filling.

    Sugar: I like to use ½ light brown sugar and ½ white sugar.

    Heavy Cream. It makes your pie rich and creamy both in texture and in taste.

    Full-fat Milk. I use full-fat milk, It helps your heavy cream in thickening and creaming your pumpkin filling. You may use skim milk or non-dairy milk such as almond milk or oat milk.

    Eggs. They add structure, and richness to your custard pie.

    Seasonings: I add ground cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger for better taste! Or use pumpkin pie spice instead

    Pecans. Garnish your delicious pie with pecans once baking is done. You can use any nuts you like as a topping.

    How To Make Pumpkin Custard Pie?

    Before starting, preheat the oven to 180C / 356F.

    Roll out the pie crust place it into a pie dish. In the food processor, mix all the filling ingredients.

    One (Prepare the pie crust): Roll out the pie crust and carefully place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the extra overhang dough using a sharp knife and crimp the edges with your fingers.

    Two: Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.

    Three (Prepare the filling): In the food processor, mix eggs, pumpkin puree, vanilla, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix for 3-4 minutes until combined.

    Mix in Add milk and cream then pour the filling over the crust.

    Four: Add milk and cream and blend again until smooth.

    Five: Pour the filling into the crust and bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes.

    Tip: Don't overbake the pie. Otherwise, the top will have cracks; it is supposed to be firm from the edges and a little jiggly in the centre.

    Six: Let the pie cool on a wire rack to room temperature, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours.

    Seven: Sprinkle chopped pecan on the top, slice, and serve.

    Cut a slice of the pumpkin pie with fork.

    Top Tips!

    • Don't add too many spices to your pumpkin filling lest the spice overcomes the mild taste of the other flavors in the recipe.
    • You can brush the top and edge of the pie crust with a beaten egg yolk combined with 1 teaspoon milk before baking for golden-brown edges.

    Serving Suggestion

    White Chocolate Latte is a good pair for your pumpkin pie if you are to serve it during the evening of the holidays; a perfect comfort food combo.

    I also like to serve it with Medjool Date Shake and Korean Strawberry Milk.

    A slice of the pumpkin pie on a plate topped with pecans.

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    Cut a slice of the Pumpkin Custard Pie.
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    5 from 5 votes

    Pumpkin Custard Pie

    What's your favorite Thanksgiving dessert? Mine is this Pumpkin Custard Pie — a buttery crust filled with creamy pumpkin custard, flavored with fall spices, and topped with pecans.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes minutes
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 209kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Cooling rack
    • Mixing bowl
    • Pie dish
    • Hand mixer

    Ingredients

    • 1 pie crust
    • 2 cups pumpkin puree
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup light brown sugar
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 3 large eggs
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • ¾ cup milk
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ½ cup pecans , chopped

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 180C / 356F.
    • Roll out the pie crust and carefully place it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim the extra overhang dough using a sharp knife and crimp the edges with your fingers.
      1 pie crust
    • Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
    • In the food processor, mix eggs, pumpkin puree, vanilla, brown sugar, granulated sugar, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix for 3-4 minutes until combined.
      2 cups pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup light brown sugar, ½ cup granulated sugar, 3 large eggs, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • Add milk and cream and blend again until smooth.
      ¾ cup milk, ½ cup heavy cream
    • Pour the pumpkin custard pie filling into the crust and bake for 45-50 minutes, 
    • Let the pie cool on a wire rack to room temperature, then refrigerate for 2-3 hours. Sprinkle chopped pecan on the edges, slice, and serve.
      ½ cup pecans

    Notes

    • Use gluten-free pie crust to make this recipe gluten-free.
    • You can use any nuts you like as a topping, such as walnuts or almonds; you may also combine pecans and walnuts as toppings.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 157mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 6593IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Radwa

    Hi, I am Radwa! I've always been fond of food—seriously, it's my love language. I share my tried-and-true recipes and provide easy, step-by-step recipes that anyone can follow.

    Comments

    1. Nina says

      September 08, 2023 at 9:31 pm

      5 stars
      Exactly like my grandma's recipe! I liked it.

      Reply
    2. Madison says

      December 21, 2021 at 12:01 am

      5 stars
      I will make this recipe tomorrow for dessert.

      Reply
    3. Farida says

      December 20, 2021 at 6:51 pm

      5 stars
      Wow. That looks impressive!!

      Reply
    5 from 5 votes (2 ratings without comment)

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