Classic pumpkin pie with pecan & maple cream

Vegetarian
Health score
10%
Classic pumpkin pie with pecan & maple cream
95 min.
8
484kcal

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Indulge in the ultimate autumn delight with our Classic Pumpkin Pie topped with Pecan & Maple Cream. This elegant dessert is not only a feast for the eyes but also a symphony of flavors that captures the essence of fall. The rich, velvety filling is made from freshly processed pumpkin, gently spiced with cinnamon, allspice, and ginger, creating a warm and inviting aroma that will fill your kitchen.

Baked to perfection in a tender shortcrust pastry, this pie boasts a satisfying texture that contrasts beautifully with the sweet and creamy pecan and maple topping. Imagine the crunch of finely chopped pecans blending perfectly with the luscious whipped cream, resulting in a heavenly pairing that complements the spiced pumpkin filling. Each slice serves not only as a delicious dessert but as a celebration of seasonal ingredients.

Perfect for gatherings or any special occasion, this dessert is vegetarian-friendly and serves up to eight people, making it a crowd-pleaser. With a total preparation and baking time of just 95 minutes, it's a relatively straightforward recipe that promises an impressive outcome. Whether it's a holiday dinner or a cozy family meal, this Classic Pumpkin Pie with Pecan & Maple Cream will surely become a cherished favorite, leaving your guests craving more.

Ingredients

  • 550 pumpkin peeled cut into chunks
  • 500 pastry crust 
  • 175 g muscovado sugar light
  •  eggs 
  • 142 ml double cream 
  • tsp cinnamon 
  • tsp allspice 
  • tsp ground ginger 
  • small nutmeg 
  • 142 ml double cream 
  • tbsp maple syrup 
  • 25 pecans finely chopped

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • aluminum foil
  • colander

Directions

  1. Place the pumpkin pieces in a large microwaveable bowl. Cover, then cook on High (850W) for 15 mins or until soft. Tip into a colander to drain, then leave to cool.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out pastry to the thickness of a 1 coin so its wide enough to line a 25cm tart tin. Ease the pastry into the case, making sure theres an overhang, then chill for 30 mins.
  3. Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas
  4. Line the case with foil and baking beans, then bake for 15-20 mins.
  5. Remove foil and beans, then cook for a further 10 mins until the pastry is golden. Turn oven down to 160C/fan 140C/gas
  6. Meanwhile, place pumpkin, sugar, eggs, cream and spices in a food processor, then blend until smooth.
  7. Pour into the baked pastry case, then bake for 1 hr until the filling has puffed up in the centre (it will sink as it cools).
  8. Remove from tin, then leave to cool.
  9. Whip the cream with the maple syrup until thickened, then fold in the pecans.
  10. Serve spoonfuls of the cream with slices of the pie.

Nutrition Facts

Calories484kcal
Protein6.44%
Fat36.93%
Carbs56.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.81
Glycemic Load
18.17
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
17.283043457114%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.34mg
Delphinidin
0.23mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epigallocatechin
0.18mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Luteolin
1.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:483.86kcal
24.19%
Fat:20.13g
30.97%
Saturated Fat:9.78g
61.15%
Carbohydrates:69.47g
23.16%
Net Carbohydrates:67.33g
24.48%
Sugar:32.01g
35.57%
Cholesterol:81.27mg
27.09%
Sodium:335.39mg
14.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.9g
15.8%
Vitamin A:6441.37IU
128.83%
Manganese:0.97mg
48.75%
Vitamin B2:0.57mg
33.52%
Selenium:19.74µg
28.21%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.61%
Folate:73.83µg
18.46%
Iron:3.13mg
17.38%
Vitamin B3:3.1mg
15.48%
Phosphorus:130.54mg
13.05%
Potassium:406.86mg
11.62%
Copper:0.22mg
10.81%
Calcium:90.55mg
9.06%
Fiber:2.14g
8.56%
Vitamin E:1.27mg
8.49%
Vitamin C:6.55mg
7.94%
Magnesium:31.27mg
7.82%
Vitamin B5:0.71mg
7.11%
Zinc:1.01mg
6.74%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.51%
Vitamin D:0.79µg
5.28%
Vitamin K:3.71µg
3.53%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.58%