{"id":"0f57dea5-13b5-4414-959d-71672b01f386","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/0f57dea5-13b5-4414-959d-71672b01f386","source_url":"https://frommypan.com/classic-pumpkin-pie-the-timeless-dessert-everyone-loves/","title":"Classic Pumpkin Pie The Timeless Dessert Everyone Loves","ingredients":[{"text":"1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust","item":"(9-inch) unbaked pie crust","quantity":1},{"text":"3/4 cup granulated sugar","item":"granulated sugar","quantity":0.75,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon salt","item":"salt","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon ground cinnamon","item":"ground cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/2 teaspoon ground ginger","item":"ground ginger","quantity":0.5,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1/4 teaspoon ground cloves","item":"ground cloves","quantity":0.25,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"2 large eggs","item":"large eggs","quantity":2},{"text":"1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree","item":"pumpkin puree","quantity":1,"unit":"can","metric_alternate":{"quantity":15,"unit":"oz"}},{"text":"1 (12 fl oz) can evaporated milk","item":"evaporated milk","quantity":1,"unit":"can","metric_alternate":{"quantity":12,"unit":"fl oz"}}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, crimping the edges nicely to your liking. In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves until evenly combined. In another bowl, beat the eggs well. Then, stir in the pumpkin puree and the sugar-spice mix into the beaten eggs until smooth. Slowly add the evaporated milk while stirring to combine everything well."},{"number":2,"text":"Pour the pumpkin filling into the prepared pie crust. Bake in the preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes to help set the crust. After 15 minutes, reduce the heat to 350°F (175°C), and continue baking for another 40 to 50 minutes. You’ll know the pie is ready when a knife inserted near the center comes out clean."},{"number":3,"text":"Remove the pie from the oven and set it on a wire rack to cool completely. This helps the filling firm up for perfect slices. Before serving, add a generous dollop of whipped cream on top and sprinkle a little ground cinnamon for a lovely finishing touch. Enjoy your classic pumpkin pie warm or chilled – it’s a true fall favorite!"},{"number":4,"text":"Yes, you can! Roast and puree a sugar pumpkin until smooth before using it as a substitute. Keep in mind fresh pumpkin may have more moisture, so strain excess liquid to prevent a soggy filling."},{"number":5,"text":"Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Pumpkin pie is best enjoyed chilled or at room temperature, so take it out a little before serving."},{"number":6,"text":"Absolutely! Bake the pie and store it in the fridge overnight. This actually helps flavors meld and makes slicing easier. Just add whipped cream right before serving."},{"number":7,"text":"If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil or a pie shield halfway through baking to prevent burning while the filling finishes cooking."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:48:40.728101+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:48:40.728101+00:00"}