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A freshly baked pumpkin pie with a golden-brown crust sits on a cooling rack.

Proven way to grow a 3-inch Pumpkin Pie

This recipe outlines a proven method to "grow" a delicious 3-inch pumpkin pie, perfect for individual servings or a small treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 1 pie
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 sheet store-bought pie crust for a 3-inch pie
Filling
  • 0.5 cup canned pumpkin puree not pie filling
  • 0.25 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 whole egg small
  • 0.5 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 0.125 tsp salt

Equipment

  • 3-inch pie pan
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 3-inch pie pan.
  2. Press the pie crust into your 3-inch pie pan, trimming any excess crust.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, evaporated milk, sugar, egg, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until smooth.
Baking
  1. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared pie crust.
  2. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the edges are set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

This recipe is designed for a single 3-inch personal pumpkin pie. Adjust baking time if using a different size pie pan, and keep an eye on the crust to prevent over-browning. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra treat.