Ingredients with Measurements:
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons ice water
- For the filling:
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch pie dish
- Food processor
- Rolling pin
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Oven
Step-by-step instructions:
- For the crust:
1. In a food processor, pulse together flour, butter, sugar, chocolate chips, and salt until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add egg yolk and ice water, and pulse until dough comes together.
3. Flatten dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. Preheat oven to 375°F.
5. On a floured surface, roll out dough to fit a 9-inch pie dish.
6. Transfer dough to pie dish, trim edges, and prick bottom with a fork.
7. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from oven and let cool.
- For the filling:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, heavy cream, brown sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
2. Stir in chocolate chips.
3. Pour filling into cooled crust.
4. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until filling is set and crust is golden brown.
5. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
- Time:
Preparation time: 45 minutes
- Cooking time: 50 minutes
5. Temperature:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
Serving size:
- 8 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 430
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
- Sodium: 190mg
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 24g
- Protein: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- For the crust:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter or vegan butter.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with brown sugar or coconut sugar.
- Mini chocolate chips can be substituted with regular chocolate chips or chopped chocolate.
- For the filling:
- Pumpkin puree can be substituted with sweet potato puree or butternut squash puree.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with coconut cream or almond milk.
- Light brown sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Eggs can be substituted with flax eggs or applesauce.
- Ground cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg can be substituted with pumpkin pie spice.
Variations:
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the filling for extra crunch.
- Use graham cracker crumbs instead of flour for the crust.
- Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter for the crust is cold to ensure a flaky crust.
- Blind bake the crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling to prevent a soggy crust.
- Let the pie cool completely before slicing to ensure a clean cut.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a decorative pie dish or platter.
- Dust with powdered sugar or cocoa powder before serving.
Garnishes:
- Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
- Sprinkle with chopped nuts or chocolate shavings.
Pairings:
- Serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a green salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is too dry, add more ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time.
- If the filling is too runny, bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to refrigerate leftovers promptly to prevent bacterial growth.
Food history:
- Pumpkin pie is a traditional dessert in the United States, especially during the fall and winter months.
Flavor profiles:
- The pumpkin filling is sweet and spiced with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, while the chocolate chip crust adds a rich and slightly salty flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Related Categories
Cooking Method: N/A
Course Type: N/A
Dietary: N/A
Ingredient: N/A
Meal type: N/A
Occassion: N/A
Region: N/A
Taste: Sweet, Rich, Chocolatey, Spicy, Creamy