Pumpkin Spice Meringue Pie
Pumpkin Spice Meringue Pie is a delightful autumn dessert that captures the essence of fall in every slice. Featuring a creamy pumpkin filling infused with warm spices and topped with a light, fluffy meringue, this pie offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, it’s sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 tsp pumpkin spice blend
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 large egg whites
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the pre-made pie crust according to package instructions until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup sugar, egg yolks, pumpkin spice blend, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the baked crust and bake for about 30 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- While baking, whip egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the meringue over hot pumpkin filling and create swirls for presentation. Bake again for about 10 minutes until meringue is lightly browned.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 65mg