Description

Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie, a sophisticated twist on the classic dessert that’s perfect for fall gatherings and holiday celebrations. With its velvety pumpkin filling enhanced by the smoothness of mascarpone cheese, this pie offers a delectable balance of flavors that will impress your family and friends. The unique whole-grain spelt crust adds a wholesome touch, making it not only a treat for the taste buds but also a nutritious choice. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra special finishing touch.

Ingredients

Scale

1 (9-inch) single spelt pie crust
1 cup mascarpone cheese, room temperature
¼ cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Pinch of cloves
Pinch of coarse kosher salt
1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese, granulated sugar, and half of the eggs until smooth.
Add vanilla extract, light brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and pumpkin puree; mix until well combined.
Pour the filling into the prepared spelt crust and spread evenly with a rubber spatula.
Bake for about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
Allow to cool completely before serving; swirl additional mascarpone on top for decoration if desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 75 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 107g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Chill your pie crust before baking to prevent shrinkage. Feel free to experiment with spices like ginger or allspice for added flavor.