Grandma’s Pumpkin Pie 🥧
Overview:
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (includes 3 hours cooling time)
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 2 9-inch pies
- Category: Pie
- Keywords: Dessert, Winter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, Weeknight, Oven, Beginner Cook, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | sugar |
| 1 1/2 | salt |
| 1 | cinnamon |
| 1 | ginger |
| 1/2 | nutmeg |
| 1/2 | eggs |
| 4 | solid pack pumpkin |
| 3 1/2 | evaporated milk |
| 1 1/2 | 9″ pie shells |
Instructions:
-
Prepare the Pie Shells:
- Start by lining 2 9-inch pie plates with the pie shells. This step ensures your pies have a deliciously flaky crust to hold that spiced pumpkin filling!
-
Create the Spice Mix:
“Link To Share” is your all-in-one marketing platform, making it easy and professional to direct your audience to everything you offer. • Modern, customizable bio pages • Link shortening with advanced analytics • Interactive, brandable QR codes • Host static sites and manage your code • Multiple web tools to grow your business - In a small bowl, combine the sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. This blend of spices will infuse your pumpkin pie with that classic, cozy flavor we all love.
-
-
Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs until they are well combined. To this, add the solid pack pumpkin and the sugar-spice mix you created earlier. Gradually stir in the evaporated milk until everything is smoothly incorporated. This creamy, spiced mixture is the heart of your pumpkin pie!
-
Fill the Pie Shells:
- Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie shells. Make sure to cover the edges with a narrow strip of foil, ensuring they don’t get too browned during baking.
-
Bake to Perfection:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Bake the pies at this temperature for the first 20 minutes. This initial burst of heat helps set the crust.
- After 20 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for an additional 35-45 minutes. You’ll know the pies are done when a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, or when the center of the pie is set and no longer jiggly.
-
Cool and Enjoy:
- Once your pies are beautifully golden brown and perfectly baked, remove them from the oven. Let them cool for at least 3 hours. This cooling time allows the flavors to meld together and the pie to set fully.
- Serve your Grandma’s Pumpkin Pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate autumn dessert experience. If you have leftovers (which might be rare!), store them in the refrigerator for later enjoyment.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 325.2
- Fat: 14.1g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 79.6mg
- Sodium: 406.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 44.4g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugar: 25.6g
- Protein: 6.4g
Recipe Notes:
- This recipe for Grandma’s Pumpkin Pie is a beloved classic, perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy winter nights, or any time you crave a taste of nostalgia.
- The combination of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg gives this pie its signature warmth and depth of flavor.
- Feel free to make the pie shells from scratch for an extra homemade touch, or use store-bought for a quicker option.
- To make ahead, you can prepare the pie filling and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- If you’re a fan of spices, consider adding a pinch of cloves or allspice to the sugar-spice mix for a more complex flavor profile.
- When serving, a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce adds a delightful finishing touch to each slice.
Enjoy the Taste of Tradition! 🍂
This Grandma’s Pumpkin Pie recipe is more than just dessert—it’s a slice of family memories and a taste of cozy gatherings. Share it with loved ones and create new traditions with each delicious bite. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or just a regular weeknight treat, this pie is sure to bring smiles and warmth to your table. From our kitchen to yours, enjoy the flavors of the season with this comforting and easy-to-make pumpkin pie recipe! 🥧✨
