Description
Indulge in the perfect marriage of flavors with this Pecan Pumpkin Pie recipe. A delightful twist on the classic pumpkin pie, this dessert features a crunchy pecan topping that adds a wonderful contrast to the creamy pumpkin filling. Perfect for fall gatherings or holiday feasts.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
For the Filling:
- 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup evaporated milk
For the Pecan Topping:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a food processor, pulse the flour and salt. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Drizzle ice water and pulse until dough comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll Out the Crust: On a floured surface, roll out the dough and fit it into a pie dish. Crimp edges and chill while preparing the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, mix pumpkin, brown sugar, eggs, spices, salt, and evaporated milk until smooth. Pour into the prepared crust.
- Prepare the Pecan Topping: Combine pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter. Sprinkle over the pumpkin filling.
- Bake: Bake the pie in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the pecan topping is golden.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- You can use store-bought pie crust if you’re short on time.
- To make it extra decadent, drizzle caramel sauce over the pie slices before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
