Spicy Pumpkin Pie
Elevate your autumn baking game with this irresistible Spicy Pumpkin Pie—a bold twist on the beloved classic. Featuring a velvety filling made with creamy pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and a warm medley of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, this pie surprises with the unexpected heat of cayenne pepper. Perfectly balanced between sweet and spicy, this recipe bakes beautifully in a flaky homemade or store-bought pie crust. The quick 15-minute prep and aromatic one-hour bake make it an easy yet impressive centerpiece for Thanksgiving or any fall celebration. Served with a dollop of whipped cream, this pie delivers a comforting explosion of flavor in every bite. Whether you’re seeking a crowd-pleaser or a unique spin on a seasonal favorite, Spicy Pumpkin Pie hits the sweet (and spicy) spot.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 425 grams Pumpkin puree
- 397 grams Sweetened condensed milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 50 grams Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 Prepared pie crust
- 1 cup Whipped cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and eggs. Whisk until smooth.
Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, cloves, cayenne pepper, and salt to the mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Roll out the prepared pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming any excess edges. Crimp the edges for a decorative look if desired.
Pour the pumpkin filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes at 425°F (218°C).
Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and continue baking for an additional 45 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to set.
Serve slices of pie with a dollop of whipped cream on top. Enjoy this spicy twist on a classic dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2157 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.7 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.6 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 2023 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.7 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 283.2 g | ||
| Protein | 51.7 g | 103% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1398 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2626 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
