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Classic Pumpkin Pie

Silky spiced pumpkin filling in a buttery crust, baked until set but still jiggly at the center. A foolproof autumn dessert that tastes like the bakery version.

Total time
75 min
Servings
8
Calories
285
Protein
5g
Classic Pumpkin Pie
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish; crimp edges.

  2. Step 2

    Whisk pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and salt in a large bowl until smooth.

  3. Step 3

    Pour filling into crust. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes until edges puff slightly.

  4. Step 4

    Reduce heat to 350°F. Bake 40–50 minutes more until a knife 1 inch from edge comes out clean but center jiggles slightly.

  5. Step 5

    Cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours. Chill for 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • oven
  • paring knife
  • wire cooling rack

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