Description
This Pumpkin Caramel Pie is a delightful holiday treat combining the rich flavors of pumpkin and caramel in a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, this pie offers a creamy, smooth filling topped with whipped cream and a drizzle of extra caramel sauce. Ideal for festive gatherings and dessert lovers looking for a seasonal indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup sugar
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ cup caramel sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Extra caramel sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the crust and pie.
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake the crust for 8 minutes until set, then remove from oven and allow to cool.
- Make the filling: In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, caramel sauce, brown sugar, eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Fill the crust: Pour the pumpkin caramel filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake the pie: Place the filled pie in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes. The center should be set but still have a slight wobble when gently shaken.
- Cool and chill: Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 2 hours to fully set and enhance flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, drizzle extra caramel sauce over the pie and add a generous topping of whipped cream to each slice.
Notes
- Using a 9-inch pie dish provides the perfect thickness for the crust and filling.
- You can substitute homemade caramel sauce if preferred for a richer taste.
- Ensure the pie is fully chilled before serving to achieve clean slices and optimal texture.
- For added texture, consider sprinkling chopped nuts on top along with the whipped cream.
