How to Make Mini Pumpkin Pies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pumpkin pie has long been a favorite sweet treat during the fall and winter months, but sometimes it can be a bit overwhelming to prepare a whole pie. That's where these mini pumpkin pies come in. They are the perfect individual-sized dessert for any gathering, and they're incredibly easy to make. With a buttery crust and a creamy, spiced pumpkin filling, these mini pies are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering or potluck.

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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg, separated, divided
  • 1 (14.1 ounce) package pastry for 9-inch double-crust pie
  • 24 disposable mini pie pans
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 mini pies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Beat egg white in a small bowl until slightly frothy.
  • Roll each sheet of pastry out on a floured surface to roughly an 11-inch square. Use a 3-inch round cutter to cut 12 circles from each sheet of pastry. Fit a pastry crust into each mini pie pan; brush the edges with egg white.
  • Make filling: Beat egg yolk and remaining 2 eggs in a medium bowl until combined. Add cream cheese, pumpkin puree, sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice; beat until smooth.
  • Spoon about 2 tablespoons filling into each crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust edges are golden brown and filling is set, about 15 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 15 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    138 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 139mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 51mg