Pumpkin has a vibrant flavor, sometimes too much so. Condensed milk balances and softens it nicely. The result is a more delicate version of classic pumpkin pie. You'd be hard-pressed to find a better teatime treat, especially on a cold, rainy autumn day.

Don't use vegetable-oil-based condensed milk in pumpkin pie, especially the cheapest kind. It can separate when heated and ruin the consistency of the filling and dough. Use only whole condensed milk for this recipe.

The same rule applies, for example, to vanilla sugar. Natural vanilla spice will help blend the flavors of the ingredients into a balanced bouquet. Vanillin smells delicious, but it doesn't have this magical property. Also, if you can buy natural cinnamon instead of cassia, the results will be pleasantly surprising.

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Pumpkin pie with condensed milk

An unconventional, yet delicious version of pumpkin pie with condensed milk and apricot. With this recipe, you won't have to worry about the butter melting and the crust being too hard. The pie always turns out tender and very flavorful.
Nutritional value per serving
250 kcal
  • Proteins: 7 g
  • Fats: 7 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients
  • Total time:
  • Time in the kitchen:
  • Complexity:
    It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
  • Number of servings: 6

Ingredients

Servings
For the test:
  • Egg yolk
    50 G
  • Sugar
    115 G
  • Butter 82.5%
    120 G
  • Salt
    1 pinch
  • Wheat flour
    165 G
  • Baking powder
    7 G
For the pumpkin filling:
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    170 G
  • Granulated sugar
    60 G
  • Cinnamon
    5 G
  • Apricots
    25 G
  • Honey
    15 G
  • Milk
    150 G
  • Condensed milk
    30 G
  • Egg yolk
    30 G
  • Cornstarch
    10 G
  • Butter 82.5%
    50 G

Preparation

Step 1

Melt the butter slightly, mix it with the sugar, then add the yolks and beat with a mixer until fluffy and thick. It should be quite thick.

Step 2

Transfer the butter mixture to the pre-sifted flour with salt and baking powder.

Step 3

Stir with a spatula.

Step 4

Form the dough into a 3-4 cm thick flat cake and wrap it in cling film. You can also use a regular plastic bag instead. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 5

Combine the pumpkin with honey, apricot puree, and cinnamon in a saucepan. Heat until the pumpkin is completely coated with the fruit sauce. Stir frequently.

Step 6

Add sugar and mix again.

Step 7

Combine the remaining sugar with the yolks, then add the starch and mix. In a separate bowl, combine the warm, not hot, milk with the condensed milk.

Step 8

Combine the yolk and milk mixtures.

Step 9

When the pumpkin becomes soft, let it cool slightly and blend it until smooth, right in the pan.

Step 10

Place the pumpkin puree back on the stove, turn on low heat and gradually add the milk and starch, stirring constantly.

Step 11

Add room temperature butter. Continue stirring constantly with a spatula.

Step 12

Cook until thickened and the first bubbles appear.

Step 13

Place a block of dough into the pan and spread it evenly with your fingers. Form the bottom and sides of the future pie.

Step 14

Place a sheet of parchment paper on top and add weights of any cereal.

Step 15

Bake at 170 degrees for 25 minutes with weight and another 10 minutes without it.

Step 16

Spread the pumpkin custard on the completely cooled base. Sprinkle with wafer shavings or flaked almonds, whichever you prefer. Serve immediately.

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American pumpkin pie with condensed milk

Turkey isn't the only dish served at Thanksgiving in the United States. Pumpkin pie is also traditionally served. This spicy and sweet vegetable dessert brings the family together and reminds everyone that together we can overcome any challenge.
Nutritional value per serving
261 kcal
  • Proteins: 7.2 g
  • Fats: 7.1 g
  • Carbohydrates: 39.4 g
*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients
  • Total time:
  • Complexity:
    It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
  • Number of servings: 1

Ingredients

Servings
  • Condensed milk
    380 G
  • Flour
    220 G
  • Sugar
    70 G
  • Butter
    125 G
  • Pumpkin
    500 G
  • Nutmeg
    to taste
  • Ginger
    2 G
  • Cinnamon
    2 G
  • Egg C1
    3 pcs

Preparation

Step 1
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 1

Cut the pumpkin flesh into small pieces. Place the flesh in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake in the oven for 40 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius.

Step 2
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 2

Mix butter and flour using a chopper.

Step 3
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 3

In a deep bowl, beat one egg with sugar using a whisk.

Step 4
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 4

Pour the egg-sugar mixture into the flour and mix with a chopper.

Step 5
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 5

Wrap the resulting dough in cling film and place in the refrigerator for 60 minutes.

Step 6
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 6

Roll out the cold dough with a rolling pin, roughly forming a circle.

Step 7
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 7

Place the dough circle into a greased and floured baking pan. Carefully press it into the edges and remove any excess dough.

Step 8
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 8-1

Grind the prepared pumpkin pulp to a puree state and add condensed milk, eggs, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg.

Step 9
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 8-2

Mix everything thoroughly with a whisk until smooth.

Step 10
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 9

Pour the prepared filling into the mold lined with dough. Leftover dough can be used to create decorative edges.

Step 11
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 10

Place the pan in the oven for 15 minutes, preheating it to 200 degrees Celsius. Then reduce the temperature to 180 degrees Celsius and continue baking for another 45 minutes.

Step 12
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 11-2

As a decoration, you can draw patterns on the pie using condensed milk.

Step 13
Pumpkin Pie with Condensed Milk - Step 11-1

The dish is ready!

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Classic American pumpkin pie

If you've never worked with pumpkin or shortcrust pastry before and want to master the most basic and standard techniques, this dessert is for you. The ingredients are minimalist, and the flavors of the main ingredients shine through.
Nutritional value per serving
224.4 kcal
  • Proteins: 4 g
  • Fats: 14 g
  • Carbohydrates: 21.7 g
*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients
  • Total time:
  • Complexity:
    For experienced cooks. Special equipment may be required.
  • Number of servings: 1

Ingredients

Servings
  • Butter
    180 G
  • Water (ice)
    8 tbsp
  • Pumpkin puree
    600 G
  • Salt
    to taste
  • Flour
    250 G
  • Condensed milk
    350 G
  • Nutmeg
    to taste
  • Cloves (ground)
    to taste
  • Egg C1
    4 pcs
  • Cinnamon
    1 tsp
  • Ginger
    to taste

Preparation

Step 1
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 1

If you don't have pre-made pumpkin puree, cut 900 grams of pumpkin into pieces. Place them in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit) for 25 minutes. Puree the baked pumpkin into a puree.

Step 2
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 2

Place flour in a deep bowl and add frozen butter. Coat the butter in flour and grate it into the same bowl using a coarse grater, creating a fine crumble.

Step 3
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 3

Add a little ice water to the resulting crumbs, add salt, and knead by hand. The amount of water depends on the moisture content of the flour.

Step 4
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 4

Wrap the resulting dough in cling film and place in the freezer for 20 minutes.

Step 5
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 5

Once the dough has cooled, roll it out into a thin circle.

Step 6
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 6

We transfer the dough circle into the mold, carefully distributing it along all edges, creating a kind of basket.

Step 7
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 7

We pierce the dough with a fork.

Step 8
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 8

Line the dough with foil and add a weight (peas or rice are good choices). Bake the pan with the dough in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius for 12 minutes.

Step 9
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 10

Add cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, eggs, ginger, and condensed milk to the prepared pumpkin puree. Stir the ingredients constantly as you add them.

Step 10
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 11

Pour the pumpkin mixture into the pan with the baked dough (after removing the weight and foil).

Step 11
American Pumpkin Pie - Step 12

Place the pie in the oven at 170 degrees for 60-90 minutes, checking periodically for readiness.

Step 12
American pumpkin pie - photo

The baked pie can be decorated with various food decorations. The dish is ready!

How to decorate pumpkin pie?

Pumpkin pairs well with creamy, berry, and nutty flavors. Therefore, you can always create a mesh on the surface of the pie using leftover condensed milk, jam, caramel, or praline.

Another option is a sprinkle of flaked almonds or designs made from whole nuts. If you want to add a pop of color, sprinkle the finished filling with candied fruit or dried fruit. You can also bake shortcrust pastry designs separately and simply arrange them on top.

About storing pumpkin pie

If guests are running late, you can simply leave the whole pie on the table for a few hours. It won't go sour as quickly after cooking. Just cover it with a towel or lid to prevent the filling from drying out.

For long-term storage, the pie should be refrigerated. At 4°C (39°F), it will keep for up to 3 days. However, remember that pumpkin filling and neutral shortbread absorb odors well. Therefore, it's best to pack the pie in individual portions into containers.

Treat your loved ones to a delicious pie. And if you still have some pumpkin left over, you'll find plenty of delicious and easy desserts to suit every taste on our website.