Pumpkin Pie – Homemade pumpkin pie is the ultimate pie for the holidays. Super easy to make and full of delicious spices.
I grew up with having pretty much the same meal on Thanksgiving and Christmas. That meant the same Thanksgiving stuffing on both holidays. The same turkey made showed up at both meals. And the same pumpkin pie recipe was made for both days. One year I convinced my family to mix it up and we had Pumpkin Dream Cake on Thanksgiving.
My mom always took the Libby’s pumpkin pie and added a little kick. That is what I still make today. A few extra spices just give it so much extra flavor and make it delicious. And I have no probably having it for both holidays.
How to Make Pumpkin Pie
You can start with a homemade crust or a store bought crust, that is up to you. Do not bake the crust ahead of time, just press it into your pie plate. In a large mixing bowl you just whisk all of the ingredients together. It is the one dessert that my dad actually gets in the kitchen and helps with, it is that easy!
I follow the Libby’s Pumpkin Pie recipe as a guide and then just add extra spices (the recipe below is exactly how I make it). I want my pumpkin pie to have all sorts of those warm fall spices you know and love, not just be creamy and have pumpkin flavor. Then you just let it bake! The crust may start to brown before the pie is cooked, so I keep an eye on it and cover the crust with foil if necessary.
The big debate in my house is whether you have your pumpkin pie warm or cold. My dad and I like to microwave our slice of pie so it is warm. That way when you put the generous dollop of whipped cream on it starts to melt and is extra yummy.
I love using pumpkin in the fall. Pumpkin Pancakes are a great weekend breakfast! The really nice thing about this pumpkin pie recipe, is you can make it the day ahead of time. So when the holidays get busy, you can have dessert ready and waiting for you.
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Pumpkin Pie - Homemade pumpkin pie is the ultimate pie for the holidays. Super easy to make and full of delicious spices.
- 1 (15oz) can Pumpkin Puree
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 2 eggs
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 1 9 - inch pie crust (unbaked)
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place pie crust in a 9 inch pie plate.
- In a large bowl beat the eggs. Add pumpkin and mix until smooth. Stir in sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger and cloves. Add evaporated milk and mix until well blended.
- Pour into pie crust.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 425. Reduce the oven to 350 and bake for 40-50 more minutes. Cover the crust with foil if it starts to get too dark. A knife inserted will come out clean when done.
- Remove from oven, and cool completely on wire rack.
Adapted from Libby
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Rachel Cooks says
You can’t beat classic pumpkin pie. This looks amazing. Thanks so much for organizing this fun potluck, Erin!
Jennifer @ Not Your Momma's Cookie says
I love me a classic pumpkin pie! 🙂
Carolyn says
Your pie looks wonderful, Erin. Love a classic pumpkin pie.
Kate@Diethood says
Erin, this looks wonderful!! I LOVE pumpkin pie!
Thank you so much for asking me to be a part of this. I am still in shock with those statistics. 🙁 I wish I could make 500 Thanksgiving dinners and take them to my local food pantry.
Carla @ Carlas Confections says
Pumpkin Pie is the best! Yours looks so perfect too!
Liz says
What a delicious, classic pumpkin pie recipe. My hubby won’t let me make anything else!! Beautifully done!
Megan {Country Cleaver} says
There is nothing like a classic pumpkin pie. It is hands down my favorite. And thanks for organizing this great event Erin!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
I just wanna reach through the screen with a big fork! I love a classic pumpkin pie and yours looks perfect, Erin. Thanks so much for including me in this wonderful potluck for a good cause. So happy to be able to contribute!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife says
What a fantastic collection of recipes from a fabulous group of bloggers! Thanks for making us aware of Feeding America’s mission too Erin. Giving back is so important around the holidays and this is a great reminder!
PS. Every Thanksgiving demands pumpkin pie, and I love seeing your family’s version
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
That email from your mother. 😀
And the pie is gorgeous. Nothing beat classic pumpkin pie, right?
Thank you again for organizing this! You did an amazing job and I was super happy to be able to participate. 🙂
Zainab @ Blahnik Baker says
Pumpkin pie is a classic!! Love it. Thanks for bringing Feeding America’s mission on the spotlight today.
Kim Beaulieu says
This pie looks fantastic Erin. Perfect for Thanksgiving, or Christmas. Great comfort food.
Thanks so much for including me in the event. I’m honoured to be part of it. Such a good cause. Kudos and thanks to you for organizing everything. xx
Rachel @the dessert chronicles says
What a great cause! I was just having so much trouble deciding what pumpkin pie recipe to use this Thanksgiving and I may have to try this one!
Tracey says
You can never go wrong with a classic, this pumpkin pie looks picture perfect! Thanks so much for organizing this potluck, Erin, and for inviting me 🙂
Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet} says
What an absolutely perfect dessert for the holiday season. Classic in so many ways. Looks very tasty.
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Pumpkin pie is my absolute favorite!
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says
Thank you SO so much for putting this together! And thanks for inviting me 🙂
Sara says
love me some pecan pie
Fareeha says
Loving this pumpkin pie. What a delightful recipe. I wish I could just grab it and devor it