Description
Enjoy the cozy flavors of traditional pumpkin pie with a lighter twist! Healthy Pumpkin Pie delivers all the spiced, creamy goodness you love while using wholesome ingredients. Perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or a guilt-free treat, this recipe is as easy to make as it is to enjoy.
Ingredients
For the Pie:
- 2 refrigerated pie crusts
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon water
For Topping:
- 2 tablespoons coarse sanding sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Pie Crusts:
- Roll out the refrigerated pie crusts on a lightly floured surface to remove creases.
- Use a 3-4 inch cookie cutter (pumpkin-shaped or other) to cut out shapes from the dough.
- Place the cut shapes on the prepared baking sheets and chill in the refrigerator while you make the filling.
- Make the Pumpkin Filling:
- In a medium bowl, mix together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, heavy cream, pumpkin pie spice, and kosher salt until smooth.
- Assemble the Pies:
- Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the pumpkin filling onto half of the chilled dough shapes, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Cut small vents into the remaining dough shapes to serve as tops for the pies.
- Brush the edges of the filled shapes with an egg wash made by whisking 1 egg with 1 teaspoon of water.
- Place the vented dough shapes over the filled ones and press the edges together gently.
- Seal the edges by pressing with the tines of a fork.
- Add the Finishing Touches:
- Brush the tops of the pies with the egg wash.
- Sprinkle each pie with coarse sanding sugar and a pinch of pumpkin pie spice for extra flavor and texture.
- Bake the Pies:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crusts are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the pies rest on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Chill the Dough: Chilling the dough shapes before baking helps them hold their shape.
- Don’t Overfill: Avoid overfilling to prevent leaks during baking.
- Homemade Option: Feel free to use homemade pie crust for a more personal touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American