Description
A deliciously crunchy Pumpkin Pie Crisp perfect for fall gatherings, combining warm pumpkin pie spices and a golden, buttery oat topping. Easy to make and customizable, this dessert balances creamy spiced pumpkin filling with a satisfying crisp texture, ideal for Thanksgiving, cozy nights, or any sweet craving.
Ingredients
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For the Pumpkin Filling
- 1 can (15 oz) pureed pumpkin
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk or cream
For the Crisp Topping
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine pureed pumpkin, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, salt, vanilla extract, and milk or cream. Stir until smooth and well incorporated to create a spiced pumpkin filling.
- Mix the Crisp Topping: In a separate bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut cold butter into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
- Assemble the Crisp: Spread the pumpkin filling evenly in a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the oat topping generously over the pumpkin layer, ensuring full coverage for an even crunch.
- Bake to Golden Perfection: Bake the assembled crisp in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the Pumpkin Pie Crisp to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving so the filling sets slightly for cleaner slices and melding of flavors.
Notes
- Use cold butter for a flaky, non-greasy topping.
- Don’t overmix the topping to maintain crunchy texture.
- Adjust pumpkin pie spices to taste by adding gradually.
- Always use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Let the crisp rest before serving to thicken the filling.
- This recipe can be adapted to gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegan diets with substitutions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: pumpkin pie crisp, pumpkin dessert, fall dessert, Thanksgiving dessert, crisp topping, pumpkin pie spice