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Pumpkin Pie Secrets to Make Your Slice Irresistibly Delicious

Classic homemade pumpkin pie with flaky crust and cinnamon spice topping
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This homemade pumpkin pie has a silky-smooth filling, a buttery flaky crust, and a flavor that whispers fall in every bite. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn celebration.

Ingredients

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  • For the Crust:
  • 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • ½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice water
  • For the Filling:
  • 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1¼ cups heavy cream
  • ⅔ cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon bourbon (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until pea-sized crumbs form. Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.
  2. Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill for 1 hour. Roll into a 12-inch circle and press into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp edges and freeze for 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  3. Whisk eggs in a large bowl. Add pumpkin puree, cream, brown sugar, spices, salt, vanilla, and bourbon. Mix until smooth.
  4. Pour filling into chilled crust. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes, then reduce to 325°F and bake 35–40 more minutes, until the center slightly jiggles.
  5. Cool on a wire rack for at least 3 hours before slicing. Serve plain or topped with whipped cream.

Notes

Chilling the crust prevents shrinkage and improves flakiness. A splash of bourbon enhances the flavor but is optional. Use a pie shield to prevent over-browning of the edges.

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