How to Make Chef John's Pumpkin Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chef John's Pumpkin Pie is a classic recipe that never goes out of style. This irresistibly creamy and spiced pie is perfect for the fall season, Thanksgiving dinner, or any time you're craving a delicious dessert. With its rich, velvety filling and flaky, tender crust, it's no wonder this pumpkin pie is a favorite among both home cooks and professional chefs alike.

Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a touch of sweetness, this pumpkin pie capt...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon fine salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon Chinese 5-spice powder
  • 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust (see footnote for recipe link)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Whisk together pumpkin, egg yolks, and egg in a large bowl until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon, ginger, salt, nutmeg, and Chinese 5-spice powder; whisk until thoroughly combined.
  • Line a 9-inch pie plate with pie crust; crimp edges.
  • Pour filling into crust; lightly tap on the counter to release air bubbles.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and bake until just set in the middle, 30 to 40 more minutes. A paring knife inserted into the filling, 1 inch from the edge, should come out clean. Allow to cool completely before serving.
  • Nutrition

    320 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 117mg
    • Sodium: 465mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 42g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 170mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 324mg