What’s more classic than pumpkin pie come fall? I’m breaking into Grandma’s well-loved family recipe and bringing you the most deliciously simple version—just in time for your holiday table. Here’s an Easy Pumpkin Pie recipe for Thanksgiving.
I must admit I’m a team Apple Pie or Pecan Pie when it comes to Thanksgiving, or any time for that matter. But I’m breaking into our secret stash of Grandma’s family recipe cards and sharing a classic Thanksgiving Pumpkin Pie for you.
Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Description
What’s more classic than a pumpkin pie in the fall?
Ingredients
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2 cups stewed and strained pumpkin
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2 cups rich milk or cream
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3/4 cup brown or granulated sugar
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2 eggs
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1/4 teaspoon ginger
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
Mix pumpkin with milk, sugar, beaten eggs, ginger, salt, cinnamon, and beat 2 minutes. Pour into pie tin which has been lined with pastry. Place in hot oven (425 degrees) for fifteen minutes, then reduce heat and bake for45 minutes in moderate oven (350 degrees).
Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 cups stewed and strained pumpkin
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2 cups rich milk or cream
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¾ cup brown or granulated sugar
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2 eggs
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¼ teaspoon ginger
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½ teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions:
Mix pumpkin with milk, sugar, beaten eggs, ginger, salt, and cinnamon, and beat for 2 minutes. Pour into a pie tin lined with pastry. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes, then reduce to 350°F for 45 minutes in a moderate oven.
FAQ: Quick Pumpkin Pie Tips
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Can I make this pumpkin pie in one bowl?
Yes! Use a large bowl to mix all ingredients and pour directly into the crust—less cleanup, same flavor. -
How can I make this recipe quick for last-minute baking?
Use pre-made crust and canned pumpkin to simplify prep. Just dust the crust with flour before filling to prevent sogginess. -
Can I double the recipe for a large gathering?
Absolutely—just split into two pans and adjust baking time to ensure the custard sets evenly. -
How long can I store leftover pumpkin pie?
Wrapped tightly, store in the fridge for up to 4 days—or freeze slices for a holiday treat later.
This recipe is so special to me that I brought it to life as an addition to our Family recipe Collection. Check out the full collection of recipes here.
The degrees in parenthesis were handwritten into this little typewriter card so I can only assume this was a trial and error game here and someone was learning as they went. It looks to be my moms handwriting. This well-loved card was clearly used a lot as it has quite a few stains and a great dark coloration.
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