Did you know that it's possible to make a single-serving pumpkin pie? With this easy recipe, you can make a mini version of the classic treat, just in time for fall. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, the pie is equal parts delicious and cozy, and the filling is creamy and packed with seasonal flavor, thanks to the combination of brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice.
Quick Recipe Overview
SERVINGS: 1 mini pumpkin pie
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
COOK TIME: 40 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 50 minutes
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Graham Cracker Crust
Things You'll Need
1/4 cup graham cracker crumbs
1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
1 Tbsp. maple syrup
1/8 tsp. salt
Tip
Instead of graham crackers, you can also crush sugar cookies or gingersnaps. Another option is to use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free pie.
1. Mix the crust ingredients
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a ramekin.
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In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, maple syrup, and salt.
Stir until the crumbs are evenly moistened and the mixture clumps together.
2. Bake the crust
Using a spoon, press the mixture into the bottom of the greased ramekin. Bake for 5 minutes.
Single-Serving Pumpkin Pie
Things You'll Need
1/4 cup pumpkin puree
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup milk
3 Tbsp. brown sugar
1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1/8 tsp. salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, optional
Whipped cream, for topping
Chopped nuts, for topping
1. Mix the filling ingredients
While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, egg, milk, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and vanilla extract, if using.
Tip
Feel free to use non-dairy milk, such as oat milk or almond milk.
Stir until smooth and evenly combined.
2. Add to the crust
Pour the filling on top of the crust.
3. Bake the pie
Bake the pumpkin pie at 350°F for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Tip
Start checking the pie at 30 minutes. It might need more or less time, depending on your oven.
4. Serve the pie
Let the pie cool for about 10 minutes, then top with whipped cream and chopped nuts. Other tasty topping ideas include vanilla ice cream, mini chocolate chips, and caramel sauce. Enjoy!
