🥧 Easy Libby’s Famous Pumpkin Pie – The Holiday Classic That Never Gets Old

🕰 A Slice of Tradition

When it comes to Thanksgiving desserts, nothing beats the original Libby’s Pumpkin Pie. For generations, this silky-smooth pie has been the star of holiday tables across America. With its perfectly spiced pumpkin custard nestled in a flaky crust, one bite is like a warm hug of nostalgia. It’s a recipe you can trust year after year—and the reason Libby’s canned pumpkin is a pantry staple.

💛 Why You’ll Love Libby’s Pumpkin Pie

• The Gold Standard: This is the pumpkin pie recipe everyone knows and loves.
• Perfectly Spiced: Cinnamon, ginger, and cloves create that classic fall flavor.
• Silky Texture: Smooth, creamy, and bakes to perfection every time.
• Make-Ahead Friendly: Perfect for prepping before a big holiday meal.

📝 Libby’s Pumpkin Pie Recipe

Servings: 8 slices
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 55 minutes
Calories: ~320 per slice
Estimated Cost: $6–8

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 2 large eggs
• 1 (15 oz) can Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin
• 1 (12 fl oz) can evaporated milk
• 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie shell

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Set to 425°F (220°C).
2. Mix dry ingredients: In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and cloves.
3. Blend pumpkin & eggs: In a large bowl, beat eggs lightly. Stir in pumpkin and sugar-spice mixture. Gradually stir in evaporated milk until smooth.
4. Fill pie shell: Pour mixture into pie shell.
5. Bake: Start at 425°F for 15 minutes. Then reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake 40–50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
6. Cool: Let cool on a wire rack for 2 hours. (Important for the custard to set!)
7. Serve: Enjoy at room temperature or chilled, topped with whipped cream.

🍽 Tasty Twists

• Maple Pumpkin Pie: Replace some sugar with maple syrup for deeper flavor.
• Pecan Pumpkin Pie: Sprinkle chopped pecans on top before baking.
• Cream Cheese Swirl: Swirl sweetened cream cheese into the filling for a cheesecake-like version.
• Mini Pies: Bake in muffin tins for adorable single servings (reduce bake time).

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 8 slices

Calories: 320

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ tsp ground cloves
• 2 large eggs
• 1 15 oz can Libby’s 100% Pure Pumpkin
• 1 12 fl oz can evaporated milk
• 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie shell

Method

 

1. Preheat Oven:
2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
3. Mix Dry Ingredients:
4. In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger, and cloves.
5. Whisk Wet Ingredients:
6. In a large bowl, beat eggs lightly. Stir in pumpkin and sugar-spice mixture.
7. Add Milk:
8. Gradually stir in evaporated milk until smooth.
9. Fill Pie Shell:
10. Pour filling into unbaked pie shell.
11. Bake:
12. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 40–50 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
13. Cool & Serve:
14. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours. Serve immediately or refrigerate. Do not freeze, as crust may separate.

Notes

For a bakery-style look, brush pie crust edges with egg wash before baking.

Best served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.

You can prepare filling a day in advance and bake fresh before serving.

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🌟 The Pie That Defines Thanksgiving

Libby’s Pumpkin Pie isn’t just dessert—it’s tradition. With its creamy texture, iconic spice blend, and tried-and-true simplicity, it’s the one pie you can always count on to bring comfort, joy, and a little holiday magic to your table. 🥧🍂