Brazilian recipe
Creamy Pumpkin Pie with a Biscuit Crust
A classic and fuss-free dessert, this pumpkin pie features a wonderful contrast between a crunchy biscuit base and a velvety filling, making it a sophisticated yet easy choice to whip up.
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Ingredients
200g plain biscuits, such as Marie biscuits
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons milk
500g pumpkin, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup ricotta cheese, crumbled
150g cream cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 packet unflavoured gelatin powder
1 can heavy cream, drained
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons milk
500g pumpkin, peeled and cubed
1/4 cup ricotta cheese, crumbled
150g cream cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 packet unflavoured gelatin powder
1 can heavy cream, drained
Where to find ingredients
You can find plain biscuits like Marie biscuits in the cookie aisle of any local supermarket. Butter, milk, and sugar are common grocery staples available everywhere. Look for fresh pumpkin in the produce section of local markets or grocery stores. Ricotta and cream cheese are stocked in the refrigerated dairy section. Unflavoured gelatin is typically found in the baking supplies aisle. Canned heavy cream is usually available in the dairy or canned goods section of major supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Start by preheating your oven to 200°C
- Blitz the biscuits in a food processor until they form a fine crumb
- Mix the biscuit crumbs with the butter and milk until you have a moist, uniform dough
- Press this mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 25 cm pie dish
- Bake for 15 minutes and let it cool down completely before you move on
- Steam the pumpkin until tender and mash it well with a fork while still warm
- Whizz the ricotta, cream cheese, and sugar in a blender until the mixture is perfectly smooth
- Prepare the gelatin following the instructions on the packet
- In a large mixing bowl, gently fold together the mashed pumpkin, heavy cream, the blended cheese mixture, and the prepared gelatin until everything is well combined
- Spread the filling evenly over the cooled crust and chill in the fridge until the pie is firm and ready to serve
Observations
If you're looking for a simple dessert that really impresses with its balanced flavour, this pie is the one. It's totally straightforward to prepare and results in a light, creamy treat that everyone will love.
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