How to Make Real Pumpkin Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Real Pumpkin Pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any fall or winter gathering. This warm and comforting pie is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of the season, and it's a great way to use up all of those pumpkins that are abundant this time of year. Whether you're hosting a Thanksgiving dinner or just looking for a delicious treat to enjoy on a chilly evening, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 2 sugar pumpkins, halved and seeded
  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups demerara sugar
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 (9 inch) unbaked deep dish pie crusts

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 2 (9-inch) pies

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil; lightly oil the foil.
  • Arrange pumpkin halves onto the prepared baking sheet, cut sides down.
  • Bake in preheated oven until flesh is tender throughout, about 40 minutes. Set aside until cool enough to handle.
  • Increase oven heat to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Scrape pumpkin flesh into a large mixing bowl. Add eggs, heavy cream, sour cream, demerara sugar, flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt; beat until smooth. Pour the pumpkin mixture into pie crusts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    364 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 68mg
    • Sodium: 333mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 50g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 27g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 104mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 837mg