Spooktacular pumpkin pie recipe for Halloween

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Get ready to impress your guests with a delicious homemade pumpkin pie that’s perfect for Halloween! This classic dessert combines warm spices and creamy pumpkin filling for a treat that’s sure to please. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4-5 tablespoons ice water

For the filling:

  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Step 1: make the crust

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the diced butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
  4. Shape the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 2: preheat the oven

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 3: roll out the dough

  1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie pan.
  2. Place the rolled dough into the pie pan, trimming any excess and crimping the edges. Poke the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.

Step 4: prepare the filling

  1. In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cream, milk, eggs, and vanilla.
  2. Add the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 5: assemble the pie

  1. Pour the pumpkin filling into the prepared crust.
  2. Smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6: bake the pie

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35-40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 7: cool and serve

  1. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours before slicing.
  2. Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!

Tips for a perfect pumpkin pie:

  • Use fresh pumpkin: If you’re feeling adventurous, you can roast and puree fresh pumpkin for an even tastier filling.
  • Spice it up: Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste. A pinch of allspice or cardamom can add a lovely depth of flavor.
  • Decorate: For a Halloween twist, use cookie cutters to cut shapes from leftover dough and place them on top of the pie before baking.

Enjoy your delicious pumpkin pie while celebrating Halloween with family and friends! 🎃🥧