REAL Homemade Pumpkin Pie

Health score
9%
REAL Homemade Pumpkin Pie
210 min.
16
217kcal

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As the leaves change color and the air turns crisp, nothing embodies the essence of fall quite like a slice of homemade pumpkin pie. This recipe brings together the warm, comforting flavors of spices and the natural sweetness of pumpkin, making it a perfect dessert for gatherings and celebrations. With a creamy filling encased in a flaky, buttery crust, this pumpkin pie is sure to delight both family and friends at holiday dinners or casual get-togethers.

What truly sets this recipe apart is using a fresh sugar pumpkin, which adds an irresistible depth of flavor that canned pumpkin just can't replicate. The time spent making your own pumpkin puree is well worth it, as it elevates this classic dessert to a new level. Combining eggs, evaporated milk, and a blend of aromatic spices gives the filling a rich texture and a delightful spice profile that balances sweetness with warmth.

Gather your loved ones and embark on this culinary adventure that not only fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma but also creates memories to last a lifetime. This REAL Homemade Pumpkin Pie promises to be a star on your dessert table, and with generous servings, there’s plenty to go around. Get ready to impress your guests and savor each delicious bite of this seasonal favorite!

Ingredients

  •  eggs beaten
  • cups evaporated milk 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • teaspoon ground nutmeg 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • medium pumpkin 
  • 9-inch unbaked pie crusts ()

Equipment

  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • blender
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Cut out top of pumpkin and clean out all seeds and strings from inside. Slice pumpkin vertically into 3 inch wide strips.
  3. Place strips onto a baking sheet.
  4. Bake in preheated oven for about 1 hour. Once done, scrape the pumpkin from the skins, then beat with a mixer or puree in a food processor until smooth.
  5. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  6. Mix the nutmeg, ginger, salt, evaporated milk and eggs with the pumpkin puree.
  7. Pour mixture into two 9 inch pie crusts.
  8. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake for an additional 35 to 40 minutes, or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean. Cool and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts

Calories217kcal
Protein12.74%
Fat46.09%
Carbs41.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.88
Glycemic Load
3.7
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
12.480869593828%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:216.94kcal
10.85%
Fat:11.27g
17.34%
Saturated Fat:4.63g
28.96%
Carbohydrates:22.65g
7.55%
Net Carbohydrates:21.56g
7.84%
Sugar:7.17g
7.97%
Cholesterol:54.62mg
18.21%
Sodium:314.2mg
13.66%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.01g
14.02%
Vitamin A:7408.79IU
148.18%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.76%
Phosphorus:173.57mg
17.36%
Calcium:152.54mg
15.25%
Potassium:473.71mg
13.53%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.41%
Vitamin C:8.55mg
10.37%
Folate:40.16µg
10.04%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.22%
Iron:1.64mg
9.12%
Selenium:6.22µg
8.88%
Vitamin B5:0.83mg
8.25%
Vitamin E:1.21mg
8.05%
Copper:0.14mg
7.21%
Magnesium:27.11mg
6.78%
Vitamin B3:1.3mg
6.49%
Zinc:0.9mg
5.99%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.38%
Fiber:1.09g
4.37%
Vitamin K:3.08µg
2.93%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.89%
Vitamin D:0.27µg
1.78%
Source:Allrecipes