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Seventeen of the best recipes for pumpkin pie that are simple to make and perfect for Thanksgiving and the holidays!
I’ve put together this massive list of from-scratch pumpkin pie recipes just for you. So, whether you are looking for an old-fashioned pumpkin pie or a healthier alternative, this list is for you!
The list is in two categories – Classic and Unique recipes to make it easy for you to find your new favorite!
Prepare yourself for these pumpkin pie recipes. They are all bursting with flavor and have a smooth and rich taste that is just beyond incredible.
How do you keep the bottom crust of pumpkin pie from getting soggy?
- One quick tip is to preheat a cookie sheet in the oven and then put the pie in its baking dish on the heated baking sheet and bake. The heat of the metal pan gives the pie crust a boost of warmth and liquefies the fats in the crust. In addition, the heat helps to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- If you are baking with a homemade crust, make the bottom thicker than the sides and brush it with egg white before filling it. Doing so makes for a flaky crust.
- And lastly, filling the pie crust with a hot filling before it goes in the oven is a third way to help to reduce sogginess.
How to Prevent Cracks in Pumpkin Pies
Most pies crack for one of two reasons: 1) over-baking or 2) being cooled too quickly.
So be careful not to over-bake, but get it hot enough to cook it thoroughly. The center should still be a bit giggly or wobbly while it is still hot.
Once it has finished baking, take it from the oven, set it on a cooling rack, and allow it to cool on the counter to room temperature.
How to Store
Once your pumpkin pie has cooled to room temperature, you should eat it within two to four hours.
If you don’t plan on eating it this soon, you should wrap it in plastic and store it in the frig for up to four (4) days.
Freezing Pumpkin Pie
Yes! Beyond the refrigerator, freezing pumpkin pie is simple. Use these easy steps:
- Bake and cool to room temperature. I bake mine the day before and leave it sitting on the counter overnight with a towel laid over it.
- Next, with plastic wrap, wrap the pie several times, layering the plastic in two or three layers. Then put it inside a resealable plastic bag. It will keep in the freezer for up to one month.
How to Thaw
To thaw pumpkin pie, remove it from the freezer the day before you plan to eat it and place it in the refrigerator. The next day, it’s ready to slice and serve.
17 Best Recipes for Pumpkin Pie
Who says pumpkin pie has to be boring? So get baking with these delicious recipes for pumpkin pie! Whether a novice or an experienced cook, you'll find the perfect unique pumpkin pie recipe for your Thanksgiving desserts.
From-Scratch Classic Pumpkin Pies
Say goodbye to store-bought and hello to homemade pumpkin pie with these tried-and-true classic pumpkin pie recipes.
This pumpkin pie recipe is made entirely from scratch, down to a homemade pumpkin puree.
If you are looking for a fabulous pumpkin pie recipe without a crust, you will enjoy this amazing variation of a traditional pumpkin pie recipe.
This classic pumpkin pie recipe is full of warm spices and will be the talk of the meal!
A holiday classic gets a new look with Snickerdoodle Pumpkin Pie. It starts with creamy pumpkin custard and ends with Snickerdoodle cookie crumbles.
The perfect egg-free pumpkin chiffon pie is an amazing dessert to wow guests at your next gathering. It is gluten-free, egg-free, dairy free, vegan, and top 8 allergens-free yet light as air.
Double Layer Pumpkin Pie is your favorite homemade pie with the extra delicious taste of cream cheese, pumpkin spice, and whipped topping.
This Caramel Pumpkin Pie recipe amps up the flavor with dulce de leche caramel in both the filling and as a topping, making it a perfect dessert for your festive feast!
A crumbly mix of brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans baked atop an ultra-creamy pumpkin filling, bringing rich and delicious flavor to this Pecan Streusel Pumpkin Pie.
Simple and delicious pumpkin pie recipe with a homemade graham cracker crust and an easy-to-make filling. It keeps well and disappears quickly.
This easy homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe makes the best pumpkin pie! This from-scratch recipe is quick and easy to make. It’s the perfect pumpkin pie recipe for Thanksgiving or the holidays!
Pumpkin Pie Recipes with a Unique Twist
Take your pumpkin pie dessert to the next level with these unique recipes for pumpkin pie! Enjoy these classic autumnal desserts with a modern twist.
Kolokithopita is a Greek pumpkin pie. These Greek pumpkin hand pies are shaped into pretty spirals. They're easy and don't require a mixer!
Who can resist a piece of this Greek creamy custard pie wrapped in crispy phyllo pastry?! Here is a twist on the Greek bougatsa pie, with pumpkin added to the custard.
All the delicious and warm flavor of a big pumpkin pie in bite-sized mini pies that are much quicker and easier to make in muffin liners!
If you love the whoopie pies from Amish bake sales, then you’ll love this recipe for Amish pumpkin whoopie pies! They’re the perfect fall treat.
Soft and very easy to make, this recipe is delicious, a mix between a soft cookie and a cake with a sweet filling. They are ready in under an hour and can be frozen.
These mini Pumpkin Pie Tartlets are individually portioned and made to be enjoyed with your fingers around the holidays.
This easy homemade Pumpkin Pie Recipe makes the best pumpkin pie! This from-scratch recipe is quick and easy to make. It’s the perfect pumpkin pie recipe for Thanksgiving or the holidays!
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So tell me, are you dying to get in the kitchen and start baking, trying out all these fantastic recipes for pumpkin pie? If so, which one will you begin?
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Dianne Hadorn is the owner of Hidden Springs Homestead, nestled in the hills of East Tennessee. A Master Gardener and lifelong homesteader, she teaches families how to grow real food, preserve it with confidence, and depend less on the grocery store. Through her practical, down-to-earth approach, Dianne has become a trusted source for beginners who want to build a sustainable lifestyle and fill their pantries with food they’ve grown themselves.