Brazilian recipe
Creamy Pumpkin Pie with Cookie Crust
A classic and fuss-free recipe, this pumpkin pie balances a crunchy biscuit base with a velvety filling, making for a sophisticated yet simple dessert.
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Ingredients
200g plain digestive biscuits
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons milk
500g pumpkin, cubed
1/4 cup crumbled ricotta
150g cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1 sachet unflavored gelatin powder
1 can heavy cream, whey removed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons milk
500g pumpkin, cubed
1/4 cup crumbled ricotta
150g cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1 sachet unflavored gelatin powder
1 can heavy cream, whey removed
Where to find ingredients
Digestive biscuits are widely available in the biscuit aisle of any grocery store. Unsalted butter, milk, and sugar are common staples. Fresh pumpkin can be found in the produce section; look for firm, bright orange flesh. Ricotta and cream cheese are found in the refrigerated dairy aisle. Unflavored gelatin is typically stocked in the baking supplies section, while canned heavy cream is usually found in the dairy or international foods aisle.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 200°C
- Crush the biscuits until they form fine crumbs
- Combine the biscuit crumbs with the butter and milk, mixing well until the texture is moist and uniform
- Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 25 cm pie dish
- Bake for 15 minutes, then allow it to cool completely before proceeding
- Steam the pumpkin cubes until very tender and mash them with a fork while still warm
- Blend the ricotta, cream cheese, and sugar in a food processor or blender until the mixture is smooth
- Prepare the gelatin following the package instructions
- In a mixing bowl, gently fold together the mashed pumpkin, heavy cream, the blended cheese mixture, and the prepared gelatin until combined
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and refrigerate until the pie is firm and ready to serve
Observations
If you are looking for a reliable dessert that impresses with its balanced flavor profile, this pie is your go-to. The preparation is straightforward, resulting in a light and creamy treat that hits the spot every time.
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