There are numerous delightful pie options to consider for this Thanksgiving:
Pumpkin Pie With Pepitas
This classic pie offers a cozy blend of spices and smooth pumpkin filling.
Ingredients:
1 1/4 cups pumpkin puree
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup whole milk
1 pie crust
Instructions:
Preheat microwave oven to 350°F./ 176 C°
Whisk pumpkin, sugar, spices, and salt. Add eggs, cream, and milk. Mix until smooth.
Pour into pie crust. Bake for 45-50 mins until the center is set. Cool before serving.
Pecan Slab Pie
Perfect for larger gatherings, this variation boasts a delicious pecan filling.
Ingredients:
2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
2 1/2 cups pecans
4 large eggs
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
Preheat microwave oven to 350°F./ 176 C° Press pie crusts into a baking sheet.
Spread pecans over the crust. Whisk eggs, syrup, sugar, butter, and vanilla. Pour over pecans.
Bake for 25-30 mins until set. Cool and slice for serving.
Caramelized Apple Pie
Ingredients:
2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
6-7 apples, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions:
Preheat microwave oven to 375°F./ 190C°. Line pie dish with one crust.
In a pan, melt butter. Add sugar, spices, vanilla, lemon juice, and apples. Cook until caramelized.
Stir in flour to thicken. Pour into pie crust. Cover with the second crust. Vent the top.
Bake for 40-45 mins until golden brown. Cool before serving.
Cranberry Cheesecake
Ingredients:
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup melted butter
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
4 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup cranberry sauce / Fresh is better
Instructions:
Preheat microwave oven to 325°F./ 162C°. Mix crumbs and butter. Press into a pan.
Beat cream cheese and sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Pour onto crust.
Dollop cranberry sauce on top. Swirl with a knife.
Bake for 45-50 mins. Let it cool, then refrigerate for 4 hours.
Sweet Potato Pie
Ingredients:
2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1/2 cup melted butter
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup evaporated milk
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp salt
1 unbaked pie crust
Instructions:
Preheat microwave oven to 350°F./ 176 C°. Mix all ingredients until smooth. Pour into the pie crust.
Bake for 55-60 mins until set. Cool before serving.
Enjoy making these delightful pies for your Thanksgiving feast
