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Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream Topping

Elina James
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 20 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • For the Pie Crust (or use store-bought)
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice water
  • For the Pumpkin Filling
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
  • For the Whipped Cream Topping
  • 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Step 1: Prepare the Pie Crust : In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in chilled butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Roll out dough and fit into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim and crimp edges.
  • Step 2: Prepare the Pumpkin Filling : In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Gradually stir in evaporated milk until smooth.
  • Step 3: Assemble and Bake : Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pour pumpkin filling into prepared pie crust. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 35–45 minutes, until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours.
  • Step 4: Prepare Whipped Cream : In a chilled bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  • Step 5: Serve : Top each slice of pumpkin pie with a dollop of fresh whipped cream. Optionally, sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra garnish.