Classic Pumpkin Pie Filling (Print-Friendly Version)

With spiced pumpkin and a tender crust, this fall favorite makes the perfect Thanksgiving dessert. Creamy filling, warm spices, and a flaky base—one to keep handy.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ For the crust

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
03 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced
04 - 3 to 4 tablespoons cold water

→ For the pumpkin filling

05 - 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
06 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar
07 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk

→ Optional toppings

12 - Whipped cream
13 - Ground cinnamon for dusting

# How to Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour and salt.
02 - Add chilled and diced unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Cut in butter with a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
03 - Add cold water one tablespoon at a time, stirring gently after each addition, until a dough forms. Shape into a disk, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
04 - On a lightly floured surface, roll out chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Gently transfer and press dough into the pan, trimming and crimping the edges as desired.
05 - Set oven to preheat at 425°F.
06 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
07 - Beat in eggs until fully blended, then gradually stir in evaporated milk until mixture is smooth.
08 - Pour pumpkin filling into prepared pie crust. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
09 - Remove pie from oven and allow to cool on a wire rack. Chill pie until set before serving.
10 - Just before serving, top each slice with whipped cream and a dusting of ground cinnamon if desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - A small amount of lemon juice can be added to the filling to brighten flavors and balance sweetness.

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