Delicious and Easy Fresh Sugar Pumpkin Pie Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Fresh Sugar Pumpkin Pie Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 07, 2024

Indulge in the flavors of fall with this homemade pumpkin pie made from fresh sugar pumpkins. This recipe combines the sweetness of fresh pumpkin with warm spices and a flaky crust for a decadent dessert that is perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups fresh sugar pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ginger
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 pie crust

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh sugar pumpkin puree, brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
  3. Beat in the eggs and evaporated milk until well combined.
  4. Pour the mixture into the pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  6. Allow the pie to cool before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Fresh sugar pumpkins are smaller and sweeter than traditional carving pumpkins, making them ideal for baking.
  • Pumpkin pie has been a traditional American dessert since the early colonial days.
  • The spices in pumpkin pie, such as cinnamon and nutmeg, were originally used to cover up the taste of spoiled milk.