Pumpkin Pie With Candied Pecans
This scrumptious pumpkin pie is a delightful autumn treat that combines a buttery crust with a spiced pumpkin filling. The pie is topped with crunchy candied pecans and a dollop of sweetened whipped cream, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Enjoy a slice of this comforting dessert with loved ones on a cozy fall evening.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup superfine sugar
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup candied pecans
- 1 cup fine cinnamon graham
- cracker crumbs
- 8 Tbs. (1 stick) unsalted butter,
- melted
- 1 can (15 oz.) pumpkin puree
- 3 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 2/3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
- 1 Tbs. cornstarch
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp. ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- Sweetened whipped cream for serving
- Freshly grated nutmeg for serving
Instructions
- Preheat an oven to 350ºF. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
- To make the candied pecans, over a plate, sift together the superfine sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Place the pecans in a colander and rinse under cold running water. Shake the colander to remove the excess water and toss the pecans in the sugar mixture, coating them evenly. Spread the nuts out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, separating any that are touching.
- Bake the nuts until they are dry and the sugar has crystallized, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- To make the crust, place 1 cup of the candied pecans in a food processor and process until finely ground. Pour into a bowl and stir in the graham cracker crumbs and butter until all the ingredients are evenly moistened. Pour into a 9-inch pie dish and, using your fingers, press the mixture to cover the bottom and sides of the dish evenly. Set aside.
- Preheat an oven to 325ºF.
- To make the filling, in a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, cream, brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake until a toothpick or thin skewer inserted into the center of the pie comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely.
- Just before serving, garnish the edge of the pie with some of the remaining candied pecan halves. Cut the pie into wedges and place a slice on each plate. Top each serving with a spoonful of whipped cream. Sprinkle the whipped cream with a little nutmeg. Serve immediately.
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