Mary’s Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

Chiffon pies were popularized in the 1940s and became a staple in American dessert culture. Mary’s Pumpkin Chiffon Pie is a classic variation of this beloved dessert.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 280 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Mary’s Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 240 min Total Time 4 hrs 40 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Graham cracker crust
• 1 cup Canned pumpkin
• ³⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 3 large Egg yolks
• ¹⁄₂ cup Milk
• 1 tablespoon Gelatin
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground ginger
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 3 large Egg whites
• 2 tablespoon Granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crust and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin, sugar, egg yolks, milk, gelatin, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
4. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue beating until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold the egg white mixture into the pumpkin mixture.
6. Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
7. Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C) and bake for an additional 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes.
9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the pie to set.
10. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 18g28%

Total Carbohydrate 37g13%

Sugars 22g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.