Pumpkin Pie With Streusel Topping & Shortbread Crust

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 1
Pumpkin Pie with Streusel Topping & Shortbread Crust
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

1 hour 25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups unbleached flour ( I use whole wheat )
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon orange zest ( optional )
1/2 teaspoon salt
11 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut in cubes
1 egg , lightly beaten
1/4 cup heavy cream ( I use milk )
2 cups pure solid-pack pumpkin
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons unbleached flour
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy cream ( I use milk )
1/4 cup Bourbon ( Jack Daniels also works )
3/4 cup unbleached flour or 3/4 cup wheat flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup walnut halves , toasted and chopped ( optional )
1/4 cup crystallized ginger ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
450
Sugar
25g
Fat
28g
This pumpkin pie recipe is a perfect addition to your fall dessert repertoire. The combination of the creamy pumpkin filling, buttery shortbread crust, and crunchy streusel topping is sure to delight your taste buds. Whether you're serving it for Thanksgiving or just as a special treat, this pumpkin pie is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Just be sure to save room for seconds!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425°F.
2.In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, orange zest, and salt. Pulse to combine.
3.Add butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
4.Add egg and heavy cream (or milk) and pulse until dough comes together.
5.Roll out dough on a floured surface and transfer to a 9-inch pie pan.
6.In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin, eggs, sugar, dark brown sugar, flour, spices, salt, heavy cream (or milk), and bourbon until smooth. Pour into crust.
7.In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
8.Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in toasted walnuts and crystallized ginger, if using.
9.Sprinkle streusel topping over pumpkin filling.
10.Bake for 10 minutes at 425°F.
11.Reduce oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 40-45 minutes, until filling is set and topping is golden brown.
12.Let cool completely before serving.

PROS

Delicious fall dessert that is perfect for Thanksgiving or any occasion.
The streusel topping adds a nice crunch and the shortbread crust is buttery and delicious.

CONS

This recipe takes some time to prepare and bake, so it may not be suitable for those who are short on time.
It is also high in calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pumpkin is an excellent source of vitamin A, which is important for maintaining healthy vision, skin, and immune function. It is also high in fiber, which can aid in digestion and help you feel full for longer. However, this recipe contains high amounts of sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed as an occasional treat.

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