Thanksgiving is a time for family, gratitude, and of course, delicious food. One dessert that has become synonymous with this holiday is pumpkin pie. If you’re looking to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen, you’re in luck. This easy pumpkin pie recipe will help you create a mouthwatering dessert that everyone will love. Let’s dive into the simplicity and flavor of this festive treat.
Gather Your Ingredients
To make our easy pumpkin pie, you’ll need just a few essential ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. Here’s what you’ll need: 1 can (15 ounces) of pure pumpkin puree, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 large eggs, and one pre-made pie crust (store-bought or homemade). These ingredients combine to create the perfect blend of spices and sweetness that defines traditional pumpkin pie.
Prepare Your Pie Crust
If you’re using a store-bought crust—simply unroll it into your pie dish and crimp the edges to create a decorative finish. If you’re making your own crust from scratch, roll out your dough until it’s about an eighth-inch thick before placing it into the pie dish. Make sure to poke some holes in the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling during baking. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) while preparing the filling so everything is ready when it comes time to bake.
Mixing Up The Filling
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix thoroughly until well combined. Next, beat in two eggs until smooth; this will add richness to your filling. Once everything is mixed together well and there are no lumps remaining from the dry ingredients or eggs, pour this delightful mixture directly into your prepared pie crust.
Bake To Perfection
Place your filled pie on an oven rack in the preheated oven at 425°F for about 15 minutes. After that initial baking time has passed, reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) without opening the oven door—this helps set the filling properly without cracking it on top—and continue baking for an additional 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
Let It Cool And Serve.
Once baked perfectly golden brown on top and set throughout its center point—a key sign of readiness—remove it from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for at least two hours before serving. This cooling period allows flavors to meld beautifully together while also preventing burns from hot filling. Serve slices warm or chilled with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Now you have all you need for making an easy but delicious pumpkin pie that transforms any Thanksgiving gathering into something special. With minimal effort involved yet maximum taste delivered—you’ll surely be asked for seconds (and thirds.). So roll up those sleeves this holiday season; happy baking.
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