The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe has been tried and tested over and over again, with zero cracking! It’s homemade, easy to make and so flavorful!
Everyone has a recipe for pumpkin pie that they are cracking out for the holidays but let me tell you that this Pumpkin Pie Recipe will be your new go-to. I thought I would make an easy 5-ingredient pumpkin pie that is completely fool-proof. It will turn out perfectly every time and it’s a good solid fall-back recipe that everyone will be impressed by!
Pumpkin Pie Recipe
The recipe for this pumpkin pie could not get any easier. Gather up these ingredients to get started on your perfect holiday dessert!
- Pie Crust – you can either buy this premade OR make pie crust from scratch. If you’re going to make it from scratch, here is my favorite way to make it. (Bonus, it’s also SUPER easy).
- Pumpkin – duh! You can’t make Pumpkin Pie without pumpkin. For a traditional pie, use Libby’s canned pumpkin, everyone loves Libby’s.
- Eggs – this is used as stabilizer and structure for the pie.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice – find and use your favorite or make your own blend with cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – for super tasty and super moist pie, add sweetened condensed milk!
- Salt – this helps balance out all of the flavors.
- Whipped Cream – what is pumpkin pie without being topped with whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream? They’re the perfect pair.
If you love pumpkin, you’ll love my other pumpkin recipes: Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread, Pumpkin Pull Apart Bread, Pumpkin Cream Pie & Soft Pumpkin Sugar Cookies.
How to Make Pumpkin Pie
For a step-by-step video guide scroll down to the recipe card below 🙂
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin, condensed milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt together until uniform in color and smooth. Pour pumpkin mixture into unbaked pie shell and spread evenly.
- Bake 40-45 minutes until the center is set. Remove from oven and cool completely.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Cut into slices, top with cream and serve!
Leftovers
In short, yes, this pumpkin pie recipe does need to be refrigerated.
After baking and serving, refrigerate your leftover pumpkin pie to keep it bacteria free and make it last longer. This pie will last 5-7 days in the fridge, but to be honest, I usually don’t have any leftovers. It’s THAT good!
Can You Freeze Pumpkin Pie?
Absolutely you can! What makes this the best recipe for pumpkin pie is that you can make it months in advance for the ultimate holiday prep.
Freeze. Simply mix your pumpkin pie filling and freeze right in the unbaked pie shell. Make sure to protect against frostbite by covering your pie with foil and or plastic wrap.
Bake. Bake as normal, no need to defrost the pie. If you’re feeling nervous, you can defrost your pie in the fridge 24 hours before you plan to make it.
Cracking
The worst thing on Thanksgiving day is to open your oven up to find an overbaked and cracked pumpkin pie. Don’t worry because this pumpkin pie recipe is foolproof. To ensure that your pie has set correctly, jiggle it. If the filling hardly moves, your pie is good to come out of the oven. It will finish setting as it cools down.
If you do end up overbaking your pie because the holidays are busy, just dollop some whipped cream over the whole pie and sprinkle on more pumpkin spice. Voila! It still tastes great and now looks extra impressive too!
Even More Pumpkin Recipes!
- Pumpkin Bread Recipe
- Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler
- Pumpkin Bars
- Glazed Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cake Recipe
- Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Maple Glaze
Do you see? Perfectly smooth top with no cracks 🙂 and perfectly delicious! Make this pumpkin pie recipe your families tradition this Thanksgiving!
Happy baking, friends!!
Pumpkin Pie Recipe
The Best Pumpkin Pie Recipe has been tried and tested over and over again, with zero cracking! It's homemade, easy to make and so flavorful!
Ingredients
- 1 9" unbaked pie shell I used a frozen Marie Callender's
- 15 oz. pumpkin 1 can
- 14 oz. sweetened condensed milk 1 can
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice or a mixture of cinnamon and nutmeg
- pinch salt
- sweetened whipped cream for garnish if desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin, condensed milk, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt together until uniform in color and smooth. Pour pumpkin mixture into unbaked pie shell and spread evenly.
Bake 40-45 minutes until the center is set. Remove from oven and cool completely.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Cut into slices, top with cream and serve!
Recipe Video
Stacy says
Hi Lauren, I did have a recipe I was going to use but this looks so much simpler and you cannot go wrong with sweetened condensed milk! Thanks for the recipe.
Karen P says
I’ve made alot of pumpkin pies but never made one with sweetened condensed milk before seems like this would mess with the pumpkin flavor
Laura | The Kiwi Country Girl says
Lauren I have never made pumpkin pie (I live in New Zealand and it’s not really a thing here) but I had it when we were in the States for Thanksgiving a couple of years ago and I’ve been dying to try making it ever since. This recipe looks super easy & delicious…I love anything with condensed milk!! Thanks 🙂
Angela says
I would just like to say thank you to you for this wonderful recipe! I had never actually made a pumpkin pie before, and this turned out beautifully just as you said it would…just the right amount of spice, smooth texture…no cracks in the top…Perfect!
Kerri Blackwelder says
I use practically the same recipe, but mine calls for brown sugar also. It is the best. I know the condensed milk is sweetened, but somehow I think I would miss the sugar, I do love seeing your recipes!
Marilyn Brennan says
I’m definitely doing this one this year! Thank you~
Lori says
Made this last night without the crust, just sprayed the dish with cooking spray and it came out wonderful! My family loved it and was so easy.
Marilyn Brennan says
Am making this for company tonight. If it’s as good as I think it will be I will never go back to the other recipe. Funny how much difference a few tweaks plus EASIER meets my priorities. Thanks!
Angie CARVAJAL says
Looks tastiest going to make it in thanksgiving
Cristy says
Yes! This is what I need for my teen girls to make while I’m at work today!!
Amber Dembkowski says
Came to your blog in search of a sweet potato recipe for Thanksgiving. Found pumpkin pie instead lol!
Brandy says
I am making this today for the first time. I am so excited and can’t wait to try this tomorrow with our Thanksgiving meal. Thank you for all the great and easy recipes!
Jane W. says
Simple and yummy…definitely trying.
Thanks for the recipe!
Jenny De La Paz says
Just made this for my family thanksgiving tomorrow! I have never made a pumpkin pie before, but it turned out perfect!!
Margaret Tay says
I’m making this today for our Thanksgiving feast tomorrow. Looks yummy!
Stephanie Jones says
I usually just use the recipe on the back of the Libby’s can but my heart can never say no to a recipe with sweetened condensed milk in it! I’ll be making this tonight to bring to my families thanksgiving this year 🙂
Diane Hassler says
Decided to do pumpkin pie at the last minute. This is it!Thanks!
Kara Robinson says
Thank you! This recipe is perfect for a beginner pie-maker like myself!
Vivian Mathias says
I’ll have to try this one! I always botch pies, but this looks pretty easy. Can’t wait!
Janet Hasler says
Making this right now! Thanks for the giveaway opportunity. Happy Thanksgiving!
Frances Marcel says
Looks amazing !
Lindsay says
I’m making this for my family Thanksgiving on Sunday! Can’t wait to try it!!
Ashley Schlatter says
I just made this for my very first pumpkin pie attempt for Thanksgiving!fingers crossed that I DON’T fail at something fail-proof 🙂
Erin says
Holy crap, this looks amazing! I’ve gotta try this! Pumpkin pie is everything.
Sommer says
I usually use the Libby’s recipe but I’m trying this this year. Pumpkin pie is my favorite!
Kara says
Sitting in the fridge for tomorrow!!
Leslie says
Oh wait, I think I got it. Congrats on your blog! 8 years is something to be proud of!!!
Paige says
Best pumpkin pie Ive ever made! Made two for thanksgiving 2017 a huge hit with the family!
Lauren says
Woot!!!
Sara says
You always know just what to post, especially right before the holidays! My pies are usually meh, but Im excited to bake this one tomorrow.
Stephanie says
This looks so delish and easy. I’m totally going to try this for Christmas!
Elizabeth says
My mom was sad that there was no pumpkin pie at the Thankgiving dinner we attended. I think I will have to make this for her!
Lindsey says
I made this for thanksgiving and let me tell you it was a hit!! So easy and delicious. I didn’t have any leftovers to eat by my self late at night lol… I will be keeping this recipe to bring again and again..
thanks for sharing.
P.S. I love all your insta stories sharing your family and mom life. I can relate with 3 kids… ?
Amy says
I made this pie for Thanksgiving this year! It was a big hit and so so easy to make!
Amanda Demirjian says
Hi Lauren! Leaving a comment here for the giveaway! Also because I love pumpkin pie and always looking for new recipes!
Niki W. says
I tried this and my family absolutely loved it and my in laws asked for the recipe. It was super easy to make, and best of all, it didn’t crack!! Thank you thank you!!
Rebekah says
Coming back months later to say thanks for such a great recipe! I’ve been hosting thanksgiving for 10+ years and always make “fancy ” desserts. I realized this year I’ve never made just a good plain old pumpkin pie! Like, ever! So I came right here, found this recipe, and it was delish! So much better than any pumpkin pie I’ve had. Thanks for all your great recipes!!!
Lauren Stege says
Hey Lauren –
I made this for Thanksgiving last year and it was the best pumpkin pie I have ever made and I am known for my pies! Homemade whipped cream put it right over the top. Thanks for the recipe!
Jessica W says
Can I make this pie ahead of time and freeze it? Just mix it all up, freeze and cook right before I am ready to make it? I am trying to make as much before thanksgiving as possible since we host a minimum of 15 and up to as many as 30 on the big day. Thank you so much!
Lauren says
Absolutely!
Anna says
Delicious!! I added a few cloves (freshly grated like the nutmeg) in with the cinnamon. I was looking for a simple pumpkin pie that tasted like the classic. Perfection.
Maureen says
If my pie crust is not frozen should I adjust the baking time?
Lauren says
No, it should turn out just fine with the same baking time.
Debbie says
My favorite 🥧…favorite time of year!!🍁🍂… can’t wait to try this recipe!!