Light Maple Pumpkin Pie
Get ready to fall in love with our Light Maple Pumpkin Pie. This recipe is a celebration of autumn's finest flavors, combining the comforting taste of pumpkin with the irresistible allure of maple. The velvety custard filling, delicately spiced and encased in a buttery crust, will transport you to a world of cozy evenings and indulgent desserts. Prepare to be enchanted by this delightful creation that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Equipment
- 1 medium bowl
- 1 large bowl
- 1 sharp knife
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- ⅓ cup all purpose flour
- ⅓ cup sugar, divided
- ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 2 tablespoons margarine (at room temperature)
- 4-5 tablespoons ice water
- 1 can pumpkin (not pumpkin-pie filling)
- 2 egg whites
- 1 cup fat-free evaporated (skim) milk (usually found in the baking aisle)
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup)
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- Light nondairy whipped topping (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the flours, 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in medium bowl. Cut in the butter and margarine with a pastry blender or the tines of a fork until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
- Mix in the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the mixture comes together and forms a soft dough. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thickness. Ease the dough onto a 9-inch pie plate, trim the overhanging dough with a sharp knife, and turn the edges under slightly to “flute”, if desired.
- Combine the pumpkin, remaining 1/3 cup sugar, egg whites, milk, syrup, cinnamon, ginger and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in large bowl; mix well. Pour into the unbaked pie shell. Bake for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees.
- Continue baking for 45 to 50 minutes or until the center is set. Transfer the pie to a wire cooling rack; let stand at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled with whipped topping, if desired.
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Notes
This Light Maple Pumpkin Pie is meant to be shared with loved ones. Whether you're hosting a fall gathering or surprising a friend, this recipe is sure to bring smiles to everyone's faces. So, don't forget to spread the joy and make someone's day a little sweeter!