Festive pumpkin pie is a traditional dessert that has been a fundamental part of autumn and winter celebrations in many countries, especially in the United States and Canada, during Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Its origin dates back to the culinary traditions of European settlers who incorporated pumpkin, a native American ingredient, into their sweet preparations. In different Latin American countries, this dessert may also be known as "pumpkin pie" or simply "pumpkin cake," although its popularity varies by region and local customs.
Pumpkin, rich in flavor and texture, combines perfectly with spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, which provide that characteristic festive aroma. Over time, this pie has been adopted and adapted in various cultures, maintaining its essence: a creamy, aromatic, and sweet dessert that evokes the warmth and family togetherness typical of the holiday seasons.
How to Make Festive Pumpkin Pie
This pie combines the smoothness of cream cheese with the classic autumn flavors of pumpkin and spices, resulting in a perfect dessert for any special occasion.
Ingredients: Cream cheese, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, salt, eggs, canned pumpkin, milk, vanilla, 9-inch unbaked pie crust, sour cream, and sugar.
Steps:
Beat together the cream cheese, brown sugar, spices, and salt in a bowl until smooth and fluffy, using an electric mixer at medium speed.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Incorporate the pumpkin, milk, and vanilla.
Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
Bake in a preheated oven at 190 degrees Celsius for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted halfway between the edge and the center comes out clean.
Let it cool slightly on a wire rack.
While cooling, mix the sour cream and sugar, then spread it over the top of the warm pie.
Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 3 to 5 minutes or until the topping is set.
Let it cool on a wire rack.
Cover and refrigerate before serving.
