Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with our delightful Festive Pumpkin Pie, a perfect dessert to grace your Christmas or Thanksgiving table, bringing joy to your taste buds! 🎄🥧
Recipe Details:
- Name: Festive Pumpkin Pie
- Category: Pie
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 1 pie
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned pumpkin
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup sugar
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 424.5
- Fat: 26.5g
- Saturated Fat: 13.2g
- Cholesterol: 127.4mg
- Sodium: 484.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 39.9g
- Fiber: 1.9g
- Sugar: 24.4g
- Protein: 8.2g
Instructions:
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Begin by creating a luscious base for your pie filling. In a bowl, cream together the cream cheese, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt until they form a light and fluffy mixture. Employ an electric mixer set on medium speed for optimal results.
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Introduce the eggs, one at a time, ensuring thorough incorporation after each addition. Blend in the canned pumpkin, milk, and vanilla, merging all the ingredients into a harmonious medley of flavors.
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Pour this delectable concoction into an unbaked pie shell, spreading the goodness evenly. Slide it into a preheated oven set at 375 degrees Fahrenheit and let it bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a knife, when inserted halfway between the edge and center, emerges clean – a sign that perfection is being achieved.
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Once out of the oven, allow your pie to cool slightly on a wire rack, paving the way for the next layer of decadence.
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While your pie is gracefully cooling, prepare the sublime topping. Blend together sour cream and sugar until they form a velvety mixture. Spread this luxurious topping over the warm pie, transforming it into a visual and gustatory masterpiece.
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The journey is not complete yet! Return the pie to the oven and let it bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or just until the topping sets to perfection, creating a delightful contrast of textures.
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As the final touch, let your Festive Pumpkin Pie cool on a wire rack. Cover it lovingly and allow it to chill in the refrigerator before serving. This step ensures the flavors meld together, creating an unforgettable experience for your taste buds.
Elevate your festive celebrations with this incredible pumpkin pie, a culinary marvel that combines creamy indulgence with the rich, warm spices of the season. Share the joy, share the love, and savor every blissful bite! 🧡✨
