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The Ultimate Classic Homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe (Flaky Crust & Creamy Filling)

A close-up, sunlit slice of classic pumpkin pie showing the rich orange filling and flaky crust.
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Find the reliable, traditional recipe for a creamy pumpkin filling encased in a flaky crust. This no-fail pumpkin pie is the best Thanksgiving dessert everyone loves.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked flaky pie crust
  • Whipped cream, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. This creates your creamy pumpkin filling.
  3. Pour the filling mixture into the unbaked 9-inch flaky pie crust.
  4. Bake at 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius) for 15 minutes.
  5. Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) without opening the oven door.
  6. Continue baking for 35 to 40 minutes more, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack for at least two hours before slicing.
  8. Serve your classic pumpkin pie chilled or at room temperature with homemade whipped cream.

Notes

  • For an extra flaky crust, keep your pie dough very cold before placing it in the pan.
  • If the edges of your crust start to brown too quickly during baking, cover them loosely with aluminum foil strips.
  • This pie tastes best when fully chilled, allowing the creamy filling to set properly.
  • Pair this traditional holiday dessert with homemade whipped cream for the best flavor combination.

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