Elsie's Pumpkin Pie

Indulge in the comforting flavors of autumn with Elsie’s Pumpkin Pie—a timeless dessert crafted with a buttery, flaky homemade crust and a luxuriously spiced pumpkin filling. This recipe elevates traditional pumpkin pie with its perfect blend of warm spices, including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, combined with the richness of heavy cream and a splash of vanilla. Each bite strikes a harmonious balance between sweetness and spice, making it an irresistible addition to any holiday table. With simple step-by-step instructions and a baking time of just 55 minutes, Elsie’s Pumpkin Pie is as rewarding to bake as it is to eat. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy gathering, this pie is sure to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons ice water
• 2 cups pumpkin puree
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups brown sugar (packed)
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.75 cups heavy cream
• 0.25 cups whole milk
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

To make the crust, combine the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Cut the cold, cubed butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes while you prepare the filling.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Fit it into a 9-inch pie dish and trim the edges, leaving a small overhang. Fold the edges under and crimp as desired.

Step 7

In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 8

Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream, whole milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 10

Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 11

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly when lightly shaken.

Step 12

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. The filling will continue to set as it cools.

Step 13

Once cooled, slice and serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1365.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3274.1

Total Fat 183.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 827.5mg	0%
Sodium 1506.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 368.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.6g	0%
Total Sugars 227.6g
Protein 36.6g	0%

Vitamin D 108.8IU	0%
Calcium 384.9mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1505.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.4%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 45.1%