The Ultimate Homemade Pumpkin Pie with Real Roasted Pumpkin
Reid Quiggins (adapted by JojoM)
Discover how to make the ultimate homemade pumpkin pie using real roasted pumpkin purée, warm spices, and a buttery crust. Perfect for Thanksgiving or cozy fall gatherings.
Homemade Pumpkin Pie with Real Pumpkin Purée 🎃🥧
Nothing says fall like a warm, spiced slice of pumpkin pie! 🍂 This homemade pumpkin pie skips the canned purée and uses real roasted pumpkin for a richer, fresher taste. With cozy spices, creamy filling, and a flaky crust, it’s the perfect centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table—or any autumn gathering.
Why Use Fresh Pumpkin? 🥬✨
While canned pumpkin is convenient, roasting your own pumpkin adds depth and natural sweetness to the pie. Plus, it gives you a zero-waste moment—you can roast the seeds for snacking or garnish! 💡
The extra 20 minutes of roasting pays off with a pie that feels homemade in the best way possible: smooth, fragrant, and not overly sweet.
Step-by-Step Pumpkin Pie 🥧
Making pumpkin pie from scratch might sound intimidating, but it’s surprisingly simple. Here’s the flow:
- Roast the pumpkin → tender, golden, and ready to blend.
- Mix the filling → eggs, roasted purée, warm spices, and creamy milk.
- Bake the pie → start hot to set the crust, then lower the temperature to cook the filling gently.
- Cool and serve → the hardest part is waiting!
Serving Ideas 🍽️
- Classic: topped with lightly sweetened whipped cream.
- Extra indulgent: a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Elegant: dust with cinnamon or nutmeg before serving.
Tips for the Best Pumpkin Pie 📝
- Roast your pumpkin a day ahead to save time.
- Always shield your pie crust edges so they don’t burn.
- Allow the pie to cool completely—this ensures clean, picture-perfect slices.
Perfect for Thanksgiving & Beyond 🍁
Whether you’re planning a big holiday spread or simply want a cozy fall dessert, this pumpkin pie from scratch will win over your guests every time. It’s not just dessert—it’s tradition baked with love. 💛
The Ultimate Homemade Pumpkin Pie with Real Roasted Pumpkin
Reid Quiggins (adapted by JojoM)Discover how to make the ultimate homemade pumpkin pie using real roasted pumpkin purée, warm spices, and a buttery crust. Perfect for Thanksgiving or cozy fall gatherings.
Chef's Tips
Roast and purée the pumpkin a day ahead for smoother texture and deeper flavor.
Gently tap the pie dish before baking to remove air bubbles from the filling.
Chill overnight before serving for a perfectly firm, creamy slice.
Sprinkle a little sea salt over whipped cream topping for a flavor boost.
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Ingredients
Pumpkin Pie Filling
Crust
Instructions
Prepare Pumpkin Purée
- 1
Cut pie pumpkin in half, scrape out seeds, and roast cut-side down at 180°C (350°F) for about 45 minutes until tender.
- 2
Peel and blend into purée. Measure out 2 cups (475g).
Make the Filling
- 1
In a large bowl, beat eggs until smooth.
- 2
Add pumpkin purée, milk, vanilla, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until combined and smooth.
Bake the Pie
- 1
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F).
- 2
Place premade crust into an 8–9 inch pie dish. Fill with mixture, about 80% full.
- 3
Cover crust edges with foil or pie shield to prevent burning.
- 4
Bake for 15 minutes at 220°C (425°F). Then remove shield, reduce heat to 175°C (350°F), and bake for 50–60 minutes until mostly set.
Cool and Serve
- 1
Cool pie on a wire rack for at least 2 hours.
- 2
Optionally chill for 30 minutes before serving for cleaner slices.
- 3
Serve plain or with whipped cream.
Comments & Reviews
AutumnBakes
10/10/2025
Made this for Friendsgiving—everyone was shocked it was from real pumpkin. Best texture ever!
Cassie
10/9/2025
I used coconut milk and it added such a nice richness. Definitely making again for Thanksgiving.
Tom
10/8/2025
Turned out perfect! I added a bit of nutmeg too. Thanks for the tips!
GracieM
10/6/2025
I never thought fresh pumpkin would make such a difference—so creamy and flavorful!
Big the Cat
10/1/2025
I make mine like that too—roasting the pumpkin makes all the difference!
Delaney
9/30/2025
Looks good but I’ll just buy one, lol 😭
Pete & Gerry’s Eggs
9/29/2025
We love a zero-waste queen 🙌 saving those seeds is genius!
Kraker
9/28/2025
How much brown sugar exactly? Thanks for clarifying.
My_cuh45
9/28/2025
What if you hate pumpkin? 😂 asking for a friend.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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