Classic Pumpkin Pie (Printable Version)

Silky spiced pumpkin custard in a buttery flaky crust, perfect for autumn gatherings and Thanksgiving celebrations.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pie Crust

01 - 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust, homemade or store-bought

→ Pumpkin Filling

02 - 15 oz canned pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling
03 - 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1 cup evaporated milk
06 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
07 - 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 tsp ground ginger
09 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
10 - 1/4 tsp ground cloves
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Position the oven rack in the lower third of the oven.
02 - Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges as desired. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the filling.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, brown sugar, eggs, evaporated milk, heavy cream, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
04 - Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
05 - Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 40 minutes, or until the center is just set with a slight jiggle.
06 - Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
07 - Serve plain or with whipped cream.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The filling comes together in one bowl, no equipment beyond a whisk
  • That perfect balance of spice warmth and creamy comfort that makes a house feel like home
02 -
  • The center should still jiggle slightly when you take it out, it will continue cooking as it cools
  • Room temperature filling helps prevent cracks from temperature shock
03 -
  • Wrap the crust edges with foil if they brown too quickly
  • Let the pie cool completely before refrigerating, or condensation will make the crust soggy
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