Classic Pumpkin Pie Delight (Print-Friendly Version)

A flaky crust and smooth pumpkin filling with warm spices make this dessert a holiday favorite.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Crust

01 - 250 g all-purpose flour
02 - 227 g unsalted butter, chilled and diced
03 - 60 ml ice water

→ Filling

04 - 920 g pumpkin puree
05 - 200 g granulated sugar
06 - 5 ml ground cinnamon
07 - 2.5 ml ground nutmeg
08 - 2.5 ml ground ginger
09 - 1.25 ml salt
10 - 4 large eggs
11 - 240 ml heavy cream

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 220°C.
02 - In a large bowl, combine flour and chilled butter; mix until the texture becomes crumbly.
03 - Gradually incorporate ice water and knead gently until the dough coheres.
04 - Roll out the dough and line it evenly into a pie dish.
05 - In a separate bowl, blend pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until integrated.
06 - Incorporate eggs and heavy cream into the pumpkin mixture, stirring until smooth and homogeneous.
07 - Pour the prepared filling evenly into the crust-lined dish.
08 - Bake for 15 minutes at 220°C to set the filling.
09 - Reduce oven temperature to 175°C and continue baking for an additional 45 minutes until the filling is set and crust is golden.
10 - Allow the pie to cool completely before serving to enhance flavor and texture.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - For a crisper crust, blind bake for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
02 - Adjust spices according to personal preference.
03 - Serve chilled or at room temperature, optionally garnished with whipped cream.

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