Portland's Hillvilla Restaurant Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Name: Portland's Hillvilla Restaurant Pumpkin Pie
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree; ¾ cup packed light brown sugar; ⅓ cup Hillvilla Pumpkin Pie Spice; 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk; 1 cup half-and-half; ½ cup granulated sugar; 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon ground cloves; ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon ground allspice; a pinch of ground cardamom

Recreate the legendary pumpkin pie from Portland's beloved Hillvilla Restaurant! This recipe, originally published in the Oregonian following the passing of famed baker Eddie Palaske, features a unique spice blend that elevates this classic dessert to unforgettable heights. For over 25 years, this recipe has been a holiday favorite, earning rave reviews for its exceptional flavor. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this truly special pumpkin pie – a taste of Portland history!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 290.9 kcal

Protein 12g

Rating 4.6 (7 Reviews)

Portland's Hillvilla Restaurant Pumpkin Pie

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Portland's Hillvilla Restaurant Pumpkin Pie

2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
⅓ cup Hillvilla Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
1 cup half-and-half
½ cup granulated sugar
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
a pinch of ground cardamom

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How to Make Portland's Hillvilla Restaurant Pumpkin Pie

**Make the Pumpkin Filling:** In a large bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree, ¾ cup packed light brown sugar, and ⅓ cup Hillvilla Pumpkin Pie Spice (recipe below).
**Make the Cream Mixture:** In a medium saucepan, combine 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk, 1 cup half-and-half, and ½ cup granulated sugar.
**Heat the Cream:** Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Do not boil.
**Combine Fillings:** Gently pour the warm cream mixture into the pumpkin mixture, stirring until well combined.
**Pour and Bake:** Pour the filling into an unbaked 9-inch pie crust. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15 minutes.
**Reduce Heat and Continue Baking:** Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 25-30 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
**Cool and Chill:** Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating for at least 4 hours to allow the filling to set.
**Make the Hillvilla Pumpkin Pie Spice:** In a small bowl, combine 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground allspice, and a pinch of ground cardamom.
**Store the Spice:** Store the spice blend in an airtight container at room temperature for future use.