Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie, a sophisticated twist on the classic pumpkin dessert. This pie boasts a velvety filling made with smooth mascarpone cheese and spiced pumpkin puree, all nestled within a beautifully textured whole-grain spelt crust. Perfect for any occasion—from holiday feasts to intimate family gatherings—this dessert is as visually appealing as it is delicious. The swirls of mascarpone on top not only enhance its presentation but also add an extra layer of creaminess that will impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) single spelt pie crust
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- Pinch cloves
- Pinch coarse kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the spelt pie crust in your pie dish.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar; beat until smooth. Add three eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Stir in vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, spices, and salt until fully combined.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust. Beat the remaining egg and brush over the crust edges.
- Bake for about 1 hour or until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Allow cooling for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation and texture. Consider pre-baking your crust briefly to prevent sogginess. Customize spices to suit your taste; try adding ginger or allspice for added warmth.