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Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pie

A rich and creamy pumpkin pie with a smooth cream cheese layer, perfect for fall gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 can 15 ounces pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 prepared pie crust store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the prepared pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
  4. Add the granulated sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix until combined.
  5. Stir in the pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt until evenly blended.
  6. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then pour in the evaporated milk and mix until the filling is silky.
  7. Pour the pumpkin filling into the prepared crust and spread it evenly.
  8. Bake the pie for 45 minutes or until the filling is set with a slight jiggle in the center, then let it cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing for cleaner pieces.