Description
This classic pumpkin pie recipe features a smooth, spiced pumpkin filling made with honey and warm spices, baked into a flaky pie crust. Perfect for fall and holiday gatherings, it delivers a comforting balance of sweetness and aromatic spices.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups prepared pumpkin
- ¾ cup honey
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
Crust
- 1 prepared pie crust (recipe linked separately or store-bought)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect and measure all the necessary ingredients to ensure a smooth preparation process.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the prepared pumpkin, honey, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Mix Batter: Whisk the mixture thoroughly to create a smooth, even pumpkin filling with no lumps.
- Prepare Pie Shell: Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out gently.
- Bake at High Temperature: Place the pie in a preheated oven at 425°F (220°C) and bake for 15 minutes to set the crust and start the filling cooking.
- Reduce Temperature and Continue Baking: Lower the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 45 minutes until the filling is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely before slicing and serving to allow the filling to fully set.
Notes
- You can use canned pumpkin puree or homemade cooked and pureed pumpkin for the filling.
- Ensure the eggs are at room temperature to help create a smoother filling.
- If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil during the last 30 minutes of baking.
- Allow the pie to cool fully to room temperature or chill before serving for best texture.
- This pie can be made one day ahead and refrigerated, covered to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin pie, pumpkin dessert, fall dessert, holiday pie, honey pumpkin pie, spiced pumpkin pie
