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Silky Pumpkin Pie with Gingersnap Crust and Whipped Cream

Silky Pumpkin Pie with Gingersnap Crust: 5 Secrets for Perfection


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  • Author: lia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A smooth and creamy pumpkin pie with a spicy gingersnap crust, topped with lightly whipped cream for the perfect finish.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whipped cream for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix gingersnap crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch pie dish.
  3. Bake crust for 8 minutes. Remove and let cool.
  4. Whisk pumpkin puree, brown sugar, spices, and salt in a bowl.
  5. Beat in eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Pour filling into crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set.
  7. Let pie cool completely before topping with whipped cream.

Notes

  • Chill pie before serving for best texture.
  • Use store-bought gingersnaps or homemade.
  • Adjust spices to taste.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg