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    Home / Desserts / Tarts & Pies

    Pumpkin Pie From Scratch

    Oct 28, 2022 by Fadela This post may contain affiliate links

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    How to make the best homemade pumpkin pie recipe from scratch made with fresh pumpkin puree and a creamy, sweet and slightly spicy filling on a crispy and buttery homemade pie crust.

    Pumpkin pie on a plate this recipe

    Fresh Pumpkin pie

    The pumpkin pie recipe is a classic dessert during the fall season and all those pretty pumpkins for all the pumpkin lovers to enjoy.

    And it's not just for our savory recipes, we also make fabulous sweet desserts with pumpkin, like this delicious moist pumpkin bread and its streusel crumb topping.

    I really like this homemade pumpkin pie from scratch recipe, because it's made with fresh pumpkin puree as a change from canned pumpkin and you can taste the difference in flavor.

    This recipe is made with a easy homemade crust, a pie crust that I use in all my pie recipes and that has a crispy, flaky texture more like puff pastry.

    And a filling made with pumpkin puree and flavored with spices, a pumpkin spice mix, made up of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and ginger.

    It has a sweet and delicious flavor and we love its spicy taste and very creamy texture. Pumpkin pie is a delicious dessert to share with the family with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream and some chopped pecans.

    >> See all the pies recipes of the blog

    Slice of pumpkin pie on a dessert plate with teaspoons

    Homemade pumpkin purée

    It's easier to find canned pumpkin puree in some places than in others. And to avoid having to run to the supermarket to buy it, I simply explain how you can make your own fresh pumpkin puree.

    First you have to cook the squash in advance, cut your pumpkin flesh into small pieces and bake either in steam or in boiling water, for about 20 to 25 minutes, until you can easily stick a knife into its flesh. 

    Next, you need to smash the squash into a smooth puree using a potato masher or electric blender, which will give you a nice smooth filling without lumps.

    You will then need to let the squash puree cool completely before using it in this from scratch pumpkin pie recipe.

    Pumpkin pie cut on a large plate

    Ingredients and substitutions

    Pie dough :

    This homemade pie crust dough is crispy and buttery recipe that reminds a bit of puff pastry and it's the easy way with only one bowl and no food processor.

    You can easily replace this bottom crust with a shortcrust pastry, sweet shortcrust pastry or almond meal shortcrust pastry.

    Pumpkin pie filling:

    • Sugar: A mixture of white sugar and dark brown sugar or cane sugar.
    • Pumpkin puree: Canned pumpkin or fresh pumpkin puree, the texture will be a little different depending on whether you use one or the other. Use sugar pumpkins or butternut squash rather.
    • Heavy cream: To softens the texture and taste of the filling, the more you use, the creamier the consistency will be. If you reduce the amount, the texture will be thicker, less creamy and more spicy. You can also replace it with unsweetened condensed milk.
    • Eggs: at room temperature.
    • Cornstarch: in combination with the eggs, it helps to firm up the texture, it is an essential ingredient that you can eventually replace with flour. 
    • Spices: essential, here I have slightly dosed the quantities of some spices, like ground ginger, nutmeg or ground cloves, only cinnamon is dosed more because it is the one I prefer. You can use a pumpkin pie spice mix directly, which is perfectly suitable.
    • Vanilla and salt: Indispensable to perfume and bring out all the flavors.

    ⚠️ You will find the quantities and instructions in the recipe card below

    Somes dessert plates with slices of pumpkin pie with whipped cream

    How to make pumpkin pie from scratch

    1 - Pie crust

    1. Put the flour, granulated sugar and salt in a large bowl and add the cold butter cut into pieces.
    2. Use your hands to rub the ingredients together until you get a sandy texture with a few pieces of butter still visible.
    3. Add the cold water and bring the dough together to form a ball that is not very homogeneous.
    4. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
    5. Grease a pie pan with butter or line it with parchment paper so that the dough doesn't stick after baking.
    6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface or between 2 sheets of baking sheet to a thickness of about 3 - 4 mm.
    7. Cover the inside of the pie dish, cut out and shape the edges (as shown in the photo).
    8. Prick the bottom of the pie with a fork and place it in the freezer for 30 minutes while preparing the filling.

    Tips: Homemade pie dough is very easy to make and is much better than store-bought dough. To save time, you can prepare it 1 to 2 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Or use frozen pie crust if you have some in your freezer.

    Pie dough on a pie dish

    2 - Pumpkin filling

    1. Combine all dry ingredients, flour, cornstarch, salt and pumpkin pie spices and set aside. 
    2. In another bowl, put the eggs with the sugar, brown sugar and vanilla and beat with a hand whisk for about 1 to 2 minutes.
    3. Add the pumpkin puree and then the heavy cream and mix again until smooth and liquid.
    4. Add the dry ingredient mixture and gently mix to incorporate.
    5. Fill the inside of the pie shell with the entire pumpkin pie filling.
    Large bowl with pumpkin pie batter

    3 - Baking

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C.
    2. Bake pumpkin pie halfway through for about 1 hour until golden brown on top and filling is firm.
    3. Cool completely to room temperature,then unmold and place on a wire rack or place directly on in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
    4. Serve slice of pumpkin pie cold with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

    Tip: Pumpkin pie is best served cold, so let it sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.

    Pie pan with pie dough and pumpkin pie batter before baking

    Storage and freezing

    In the fridge:

    Pumpkin pie can be stored in the refrigerator for about 3 to 5 days. It is best when completely chilled before serving. 

    In the freezer:

    You can freeze pumpkin pie for up to 3 months. After cooking, when it is cold, cut it into small slices and place it in a storage box. 

    Defrosting:

    Let the pumpkin pie slowly return to the refrigerator until it is completely thawed.

    Plates with sliced pumpkin pie and teaspoon

    Frequently asked questions

    Can all pumpkins be used to make pumpkin pie?

    Yes, you can use any kind of pumpkin to make pumpkin pies, but you will get different textures and tastes from each variety you use.

    Does pumpkin pie need to be runny before baking?

    Yes, it is normal that the texture is runny before baking, after baking the texture will firm up and even more so after resting in the fridge.

    What type of pumpkin is best for pie?

    The best pumpkin to use for pumpkin pie filling is the sugar pumpkin, the famous jack-o-lantern pumpkin.

    On slice of pumpkin pie on a plate

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    Best pumpkin pie recipe from scratch

    Fresh Pumpkin Pie


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    • Author: Fadela
    • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
    • Yield: 12 servings
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    Description

    Recipe for the traditional American pumpkin pie, with a creamy and soft texture (for a 9 i nch / 23 cm diameter pie dish, about 10-12 parts)


    Ingredients

    Pie crust

    • 200 g ( 1 ⅓ cup) Flour - all purpose 
    • 50 g Sugar - granulated
    • 135 g ( 1 stick + 2 tbsp) Butter - unsalted cut into pieces and very cold
    • 60 ml (¼ cup) Water - iced 
    • 1 pinch Salt

    Pumpkin filling

    • 425 g (15 oz) Squash - fresh puree or 1 canned pumpkin
    • 150 g ( ⅔ cup) Brown sugar
    • 50 g (¼ cup) Sugar - granulated
    • 3 Eggs - room temperature
    • 200 ml (⅔ cup) Heavy cream - full fat
    • 1 tbsp Cornstarch - or flour
    • 1 ½ tsp Cinnamon ground
    • 1 pinch Ginger
    • 1 pinch Nutmeg
    • 1 pinch Cloves
    • 1 pinch Salt

    Instructions

    Making the pie crust

    1. Place the dry ingredients in a large container, the flour, powdered sugar and salt.
    2. Add the cold butter cut into pieces and rub with your hands until you get a sandy texture.
    3. Add the cold water and gather the dough to form a ball.
    4. Cover with cling film and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
    5. Grease a 9 inch / 23 cm diameter pie dish with butter.
    6. Take the dough out of the fridge and roll it out with a rolling pin on a floured work surface or between 2 sheets of baking paper to a thickness of about 3 mm.
    7. Cover the pie dish with the dough and form a wavy border.
    8. Place in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour.

    Pumpkin Filling

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F / 175°C.
    2. Mix together all dry ingredients, cornstarch, spices, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, salt and set aside.
    3. In a large bowl, place the eggs with the brown sugar and powdered sugar and beat with a hand whisk for 1-2 minutes.
    4. Add the pumpkin puree and heavy cream and mix again until smooth and liquid.
    5. Add the dry ingredients and mix.
    6. Pour the mixture into the pie dish containing the frozen crust.
    7. Apply a layer of gold to the edges of the pastry with a pastry brush and a beaten egg.
    8. Bake the tart for 1 hour until the cream is firmer.
    9. Let the tart cool completely and then place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving with a little whipped cream.

    Notes

    Squash puree:

    Cook the squash either in steam or water for 20-25 minutes and then crush it with a mashed potato press or fork. Allow the squash puree to cool completely before using it in this recipe.

    Storage:

    In the refrigerator for about 5 days

    In the freezer:

    Place the pumpkin pie in the freezer for up to 3 months, placed in a storage box with a lid.

    You can add more spices for a spicier taste.

    • Prep Time: 30 minutes
    • Cook Time: 1 hour
    • Category: Dessert, pie, tarte
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Calories: 372
    • Sugar: 21
    • Sodium: 154
    • Fat: 21
    • Saturated Fat: 13
    • Carbohydrates: 42
    • Fiber: 1
    • Protein: 4
    • Cholesterol: 101

    Keywords: fall recipes, Pumpkin pie, squash

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