Classic Pumpkin Pie
- Abby
- 7 sept
- 4 Min. de lectura
📋 Quick Recipe Summary
⏱️ Prep Time: 30 min
🔥 Bake Time: 55–60 min
❄️ Chill Time: 2 h
⏳ Total Time: 3 h 30 min
🍽️ Yield: 8 servings
✨ Star: pumpkin purée + fall spices
👩🏻🍳 Level: easy with a little patience
🍎 View Ingredients
1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
500 g (about 2 cups) pumpkin purée
2 large eggs (room temperature)
150 g (¾ cup) sugar
20 g (1 Tbsp) molasses (optional)
1 tsp vanilla extract
20 g (2 Tbsp) flour
1 g (¼ tsp) salt
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
½ tsp ground nutmeg
120 ml (½ cup) heavy cream
120 ml (½ cup) whole milk
🥣 View Instructions
Prepare the crust: line a 23 cm (9-inch) pie pan with the dough, press the edges, and refrigerate.
Make the filling: in a large bowl, mix the pumpkin purée with the eggs, sugar, molasses, and vanilla.
Add the dry ingredients: whisk in flour, salt, and spices until smooth.
Add the liquids: pour in the cream and milk, mixing until silky.
Bake: pour the filling into the crust. Bake on the lower oven rack at 190 °C / 375 °F for 50–60 minutes, until the center has a slight jiggle.
Cool: let rest 2 hours before slicing and serving.
A true American recipe, explained for Spanish kitchens 🫶
Creamy, spiced, and filled with the cozy flavors of fall — pumpkin pie is one of the most iconic desserts in the United States. It’s made with pumpkin purée, eggs, sugar, cream, and a warm blend of spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg), all baked in a flaky pie crust until golden and set.
In Spain, there isn’t really a tradition of sweet pumpkin desserts, but in the U.S., this pie is the undisputed star of Thanksgiving. And the best part? Making it at home here is not only possible — it’s easier than you think.
A Very American (and Very Autumnal) Pie
Hi, I’m Abby — an American living in Madrid — and if there’s one dessert that screams family tradition in the U.S., it’s pumpkin pie. No Thanksgiving table is complete without it, but it also shows up at Christmas and fall family gatherings. More than just a dessert, it’s a symbol of warmth, gratitude, and togetherness.
While in Spain pumpkin usually shows up in soups or savory dishes, in the U.S. we turn it into this smooth, fragrant dessert. Each bite transforms the pumpkin into something cozy and nostalgic, thanks to the spices that bring all the autumn vibes.
What Makes Pumpkin Pie Special?
A creamy filling with warm spices that smell like fall.
The must-have dessert on every Thanksgiving table.
Takes advantage of pumpkin season at its peak.
Just as comforting at Christmas or on any chilly day.
Pumpkin Pie Recipe Author: Abby (American in Madrid 😊)
Total Time: 3 h 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
🛒 Ingredients
👩🏻🍳 Instructions
⚠️ Note: This is the short version. For more details, tips, and troubleshooting, keep reading after the recipe box. |
🧠 Helpful Tips
Use room-temperature eggs so the filling blends easily.
For extra smooth texture, strain the filling through a sieve or use a hand blender.
To protect the crust, blind-bake it 8–10 minutes or brush with egg white before adding the filling.
Cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
Always bake on the lower oven rack for a crispier base.
🇪🇸 Ingredient Notes for Spain
Pumpkin: in the U.S. we use canned pumpkin, but in Spain fresh calabaza cacahuete or calabaza moscada works perfectly. Roast at 200 °C for 35–45 min or steam until tender, then purée. If it’s watery, strain it. As a guide: 800–900 g raw ≈ 500 g purée.
Molasses: if you can’t find it, swap for dark cane honey (miel de caña) or just leave it out.
🍴 How to Serve Pumpkin Pie
With whipped cream: the most classic pairing ❄️
With vanilla ice cream: warm vs. cold = magic 🍦
As breakfast the next day: chilled, with a cup of coffee ☕
💬 Final Thoughts
Making this pie in Spain feels like bringing a little slice of American fall into your kitchen. It’s full of tradition, cozy aromas, and that “homey” feeling that makes every bite a hug.
If you bake it, tell me in the comments: are you team whipped cream, team ice cream… or both? 😌 And if you want to keep exploring American classics, try my Classic Apple Pie — pumpkin’s autumn partner in crime.
See you in the next recipe 🎃🥧💛
