Pumpkin Ruffled Milk Pie: A Cozy Twist on Tradition

Discover the enchanting Pumpkin Ruffled Milk Pie, a delightful twist on tradition with crispy phyllo and creamy custard.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 55

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 8 slices

Course: DESSERTS

Cuisine: American

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Phyllo Base

1 package Phyllo Dough Use fresh phyllo for best results; frozen is acceptable if thawed properly.
1/2 cup Butter Clarified butter enhances flavor; substitute with oil for a dairy-free option.

For the Custard Filling

2 cups Milk No specific substitutions; however, non-dairy milk may work for a vegan variant.
3 large Eggs No direct substitutes; eggless custard is complex to make.
1 cup Pumpkin Puree Store-bought or homemade; ensure it’s pure pumpkin and not pre-spiced pie filling.
3/4 cup Sugar Can use brown sugar for a deeper flavor or a sugar substitute as needed.
1 teaspoon Pumpkin Spice Substitute with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger if unavailable.

For the Topping

1/4 cup Honey Can be exchanged with maple syrup for a different kind of sweetness.
2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar No substitution necessary; omit for non-sweetened topping.

Equipment

pie pan
whisk
mixing bowl
oven

Method

Directions

Prepare Phyllo: Start by brushing each sheet of phyllo dough generously with melted butter. Fold the sheets accordion-style into 'M' shapes, then twist them into a spiral and place in a greased pie pan.
Par-Bake Phyllo: Bake the spiraled phyllo in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 15-20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
Mix Custard: In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, pumpkin puree, sugar, pumpkin spice, and melted butter until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Assemble: Carefully pour the custard mixture evenly over the par-baked phyllo, making sure to fill in all the folds.
Bake Again: Return the pie to the oven and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until the custard is set.
Cool: Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for a bit. Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch.

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