Description
This Pumpkin Pie Brûlée with Vanilla Whipped Cream is a sophisticated twist on a beloved classic. With a smooth, spiced pumpkin filling and a crispy caramelized sugar topping, this dessert is both comforting and luxurious. Topped with a dollop of homemade vanilla whipped cream, it’s the perfect treat for any fall gathering or holiday feast.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pumpkin Pie:
- 1 unbaked pie crust (9-inch)
- 1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree
- 1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for brûlée topping)
For the Vanilla Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a 9-inch pie dish with the unbaked pie crust.
- Mix the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, granulated sugar, eggs, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt until smooth.
- Bake the Pie: Pour the pumpkin mixture into the pie crust. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 40-50 minutes, or until the center is set. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Caramelize the Topping: Once the pie has cooled, sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top. Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the sugar until it forms a crisp, golden crust.
- Make the Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
- Serve: Slice the pie and serve each piece with a generous dollop of vanilla whipped cream.
Notes
- Ensure the pie is completely cool before applying the brûlée topping to avoid melting the sugar into the filling.
- For the best results, chill the mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
