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Praline Pumpkin Pie

A cozy blend of pumpkin goodness, where a flaky crust embraces a velvety, spiced pumpkin filling, crowned by a delightful pecan praline topping for a sweet and savory crunch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 16 servings
Calories 105kcal
Author Sara

Ingredients

  • 2 store-bought graham cracker pie crusts

For the Filling:

  • 15 oz canned pure pumpkin
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla

For the Praline Topping:

  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • cup brown sugar
  • teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, cook pumpkin, sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and cloves over medium heat, stirring continuously.  Cook for 4 minutes.
  • Remove mixture from heat and slowly stir in evaporated milk.
  • Next, add eggs and vanilla and mix until smooth.
  • Transfer filling into both graham cracker crusts.
  • Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center barely wiggles when shaken.
  • While pie is baking, combine pecans, brown sugar, and salt in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Add corn syrup and vanilla.  Stir until dry ingredients are coated.
  • Sprinkle praline topping over baked pie.
  • Evenly sprinkle sugar over top.
  • Bake for an additional 20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Notes

  • This recipe will make two pies. 
  • To store, cover your leftover pie with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for up to four days. 
  • To freeze, freeze your semi-baked pie before adding your praline topping. It can be frozen for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge overnight when you’re ready to enjoy! 

Nutrition

Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 4219IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 1mg