Opal's Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Indulge in Opal Beebee's treasured family recipe, a pumpkin pie so exceptional it graced the White House Thanksgiving table! This recipe, passed down through generations, creates two 9-inch pies of creamy, spiced perfection. The secret? A generous amount of heavy cream and aromatic spices that elevate this pie beyond compare. Enjoy it warm for a unique twist or savor its deliciousness chilled. This recipe is easily adaptable for one large pie (adjust baking time accordingly) or even a crustless version for ultimate convenience. Prepare to be amazed – this is pumpkin pie redefined!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 512.1 kcal
Protein 15g
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Ingredients for Opal's Pumpkin Pie

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How to Make Opal's Pumpkin Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together: 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk and 1 cup heavy cream.
  4. Heat the milk mixture over medium heat until steaming, almost to a simmer (scalding point). Do not boil.
  5. Gradually whisk the hot milk mixture into the pumpkin mixture until smooth and well combined.
  6. Pour the filling evenly into two 9-inch unbaked pie crusts. (For a single large pie, use a 12-inch pie crust, increasing baking time.)
  7. Bake for 50-75 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. For a large pie, bake for 75-90 minutes, or until set.
  8. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or your favorite topping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

170g

Fat

51g

Carbs

22g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Opal's Pumpkin Pie?

Opal's Pumpkin Pie takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Opal's Pumpkin Pie?

Opal's Pumpkin Pie has approximately 512.1 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Opal's Pumpkin Pie?

The key ingredients for Opal's Pumpkin Pie are Pumpkin, Brown Sugar, Granulated Sugar, Ground Cloves, Cinnamon, Ground Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.

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