Classic Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust
Classic Pumpkin Pie with Graham Cracker Crust is the quintessential autumn dessert, blending warm spices and creamy pumpkin filling nestled in a crunchy graham cracker crust. This easy-to-make pie will become a beloved tradition at your Thanksgiving table, leaving your guests eager for seconds. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you can create a stunning centerpiece that captures the essence of fall festivities.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt until well-mixed. Press into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, eggs, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Pour filling into the baked crust and spread evenly. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider mixing in a splash of bourbon or maple syrup. Leftover pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days or frozen for two months.