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Caramel Pumpkin Pie

Decadent Caramel Pumpkin Pie to Elevate Your Thanksgiving Table

This Caramel Pumpkin Pie combines creamy pumpkin and rich caramel, creating a memorable dessert perfect for Thanksgiving.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 Pie Dough Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 1/4 cups Flour All-purpose
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt To enhance flavors
  • 1/2 cup Butter Cold, unsalted
For the Caramel Layer
  • 1 cup Caramel Homemade preferred
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Light alternatives may work
For the Pumpkin Filling
  • 1 can (15 oz) Pumpkin Puree Main ingredient for filling
  • 1 cup Packed Brown Sugar For sweetness and moisture
  • 2 Large Eggs For structure
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Essential for flavor
  • 1 pinch Kosher Salt Balances sweetness
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream For topping
  • 1/4 cup Extra Caramel Drizzle for serving

Equipment

  • pie dish
  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare your pie crust by combining cold, cubed butter with flour and salt until crumbly. Roll it out, fit it into a pie dish, and prick the bottom with a fork. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and blind bake the crust for 15 minutes until golden.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt sugar until it turns amber, stirring gently. Remove from heat, add heavy cream, and stir until smooth. Let the caramel cool slightly before pouring it into the pie crust.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt until smooth. This mixture forms the creamy base of your pie.
  4. Pour the pumpkin mixture over the caramel layer in the pie crust and spread evenly. Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 55-65 minutes, checking for doneness.
  5. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours before serving. Top slices with whipped cream and drizzle with extra caramel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 340mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 24gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure your crust is fully baked before adding filling, and cool the caramel slightly to avoid cooking the pumpkin mixture unexpectedly.

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