Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie, a delightful twist on the classic pumpkin dessert. This pie features a creamy mascarpone filling that blends seamlessly with traditional pumpkin spices, creating a rich and velvety texture that’s simply irresistible. The whole-grain spelt crust adds a nutty flavor and delightful crunch, making every bite a standout experience. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering, this pie not only tastes amazing but also looks stunning on your dessert table with its elegant swirls of mascarpone on top. Delight your family and friends with this unforgettable treat that combines comfort and sophistication in one slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) single spelt pie crust
- 1 cup (8 ounces) mascarpone cheese
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1–½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- Pinch of cloves
- Pinch of coarse kosher salt
- 1 (15 ounce) can 100% pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the spelt crust by rolling it out into a pie dish and pricking the bottom with a fork.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition; stir in vanilla extract, spices, salt, and finally the pumpkin puree.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60–75 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg