Pumpkin Pie with Kefir – A Step-by-Step Recipe with Photos

Pumpkin pie is a popular, delicious, and healthy dessert that can be served for both holidays and everyday meals. The secret to its popularity lies in its ease of preparation, superb flavor, and soft texture.

But if you add kefir to the classic pie recipe, you'll achieve the most tender dough possible. Kefir also imparts subtle tart notes that enhance the pumpkin's sweet flavor.

Nutritional value per serving

107.4 kcal

Proteins: 2.6 g
Fats: 3.2 g
Carbohydrates: 18.2 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Complexity:

For experienced cooks. Special equipment may be required.
Number of servings: 1

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Pumpkin pie with kefir

Ingredients

Servings

Egg C1

4 pcs
Cinnamon

1 tsp
Sugar

300 G
Water

200 ml
Salt

0.25 tsp
Pumpkin

300 G
Kefir

225 G
Vegetable oil

150 G
Semolina

280 G
Baking powder

14 G
Orange juice

40 ml
Orange zest

1 tsp
Vanilla extract

1 tsp
Walnuts (roasted)

100 G

Preparation

Step 1

Grate the pumpkin pulp on a fine grater.

Step 2

Place salt, sugar, and eggs in a deep bowl. Mix the ingredients with a mixer until a light, fluffy mixture forms.

Step 3

Add kefir and vegetable oil to the mixture and continue stirring.

Step 4

Place orange zest, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a bowl and mix thoroughly.

Step 5

Add semolina and baking powder to the mixture. Knead again.

Step 6

Pour grated pumpkin into the resulting mixture and stir with a spoon until smooth.

Step 7

Add nuts to the dough and knead.

Step 8

Pour the batter into a greased baking pan. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 40-50 minutes, checking periodically with a skewer.

Step 9

Prepare the syrup. Pour water into a saucepan, add 150 g of sugar, and add orange juice. Bring the syrup to a boil, stirring constantly. Done!

Step 10

Remove the baked pie from the oven, make small cuts, and pour syrup over it. It's ready!

A similar video recipe: Pumpkin Pie with Kefir and Apples

There is another option for making pumpkin pie with kefir., but with the addition of apples. This recipe, while simpler to prepare, is just as delicious. The apples pair well with the pumpkin flavor, enhancing the overall sweetness of the dessert. Both recipes are perfect for those looking to make a delicious pumpkin pie that will appeal to both kids and adults.

Pumpkin pies are rightfully considered among the best homemade desserts. The main advantage of making this pie is its relatively low cost. It doesn't require many additional ingredients, and much of the cost comes down to the cost of the pumpkin, since it's the base of the dish.

Ease of preparation is the second advantage of pumpkin pie. If you follow the recipe step by step and carefully, even novice cooks can make this pie. Follow the recipe carefully, and you'll achieve the result you've planned.

I believe everyone should try this dish at least once in their life. Its delicious flavor makes it a perfect treat for people of all ages. Feel free to tweak the recipe with your own additions, depending on your preferences.

Share your favorite toppings and culinary experiments in the comments. If you get a lot of activity, you might even see a recipe based on your preferences and toppings.

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