This Pumpkin Chiffon Pie is a light and fluffy dessert that is perfect for fall. The creamy pumpkin filling is topped with a billowy chiffon topping, creating a festive and impressive treat for any occasion. Enjoy the flavors of pumpkin spice in a new and exciting way with this delightful pie.
Ingredients
- 1 prebaked pie crust
- 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3 eggs, separated
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
- In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup cold water and let soften.
- In a saucepan, combine pumpkin, 3/4 cup sugar, salt, and spices. Cook over low heat, stirring, until sugar is dissolved.
- Add gelatin to pumpkin mixture and stir until dissolved. Remove from heat.
- Beat egg yolks and milk together. Stir into pumpkin mixture and cook until slightly thickened. Cool.
- In a bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Fold egg whites into pumpkin mixture. Pour into pie crust and chill until set.
- Whip cream with vanilla until stiff. Pipe or dollop cream on top of pie before serving.
Interesting Facts
The chiffon topping in this pie gives it a light and airy texture, making it a refreshing dessert after a heavy meal.
Pumpkin is a great source of Vitamin A and fiber, making this pie not only delicious but also nutritious.
You can serve this pumpkin chiffon pie with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra burst of flavor.