Maple Sugar Pumpkin Pie Recipe 🥧
Description: Dive into the warm embrace of this Maple Sugar Pumpkin Pie, a delightful dessert perfect for holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving, or any cozy weeknight. Made with the goodness of solid-pack pumpkin, real maple syrup, and a blend of spices, this pie is a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s both low in protein and kid-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Calories per Serving: 297.3
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1 can | Solid-pack pumpkin |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 1 cup | Milk |
| 2/3 cup | Real maple syrup |
| 2 tbsp | All-purpose flour |
| 1/4 cup | Butter |
| 1/4 cup | Margarine |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground nutmeg |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground ginger |
| 2 | Eggs |
| Pie shell (unbaked) | |
| Whipped topping (optional) |
Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the solid-pack pumpkin, sugar, milk, real maple syrup, all-purpose flour, softened butter, margarine, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and eggs. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
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Pour the pumpkin mixture into the unbaked pie shell, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
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Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
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Bake the pie at 425°F for 15 minutes to set the filling.
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After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 45 minutes, or until the pie is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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To prevent the crust edges from getting too brown, you may need to cover them with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
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Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature on a wire rack.
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Once cooled, refrigerate the pie for a few hours or overnight to allow it to set and enhance the flavors.
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Before serving, add a dollop of whipped topping on each slice if desired, and enjoy the creamy goodness of Maple Sugar Pumpkin Pie!
This delightful dessert is a perfect harmony of seasonal flavors and comforting textures, making it an ideal addition to any holiday spread or weeknight treat. Whether you’re celebrating with family and friends or simply indulging in a moment of self-care, this Maple Sugar Pumpkin Pie is sure to warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds.
