Molasses Pumpkin Pie

Indulge in the warm, spiced embrace of Molasses Pumpkin Pie, a luscious twist on the classic holiday dessert! This recipe elevates traditional pumpkin pie with the deep, caramelized richness of dark molasses, perfectly balanced by fragrant fall spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. A creamy filling, made velvety with heavy cream and a touch of whole milk, nestles into a golden, flaky pie crust for a truly irresistible treat. Whether served warm or chilled, this pie is best finished with a dollop of whipped cream for a show-stopping holiday centerpiece. With just 25 minutes of prep and a fragrance that will fill your kitchen, it’s the ultimate dessert for Thanksgiving or any cozy fall gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 Pie crust (9-inch, pre-made or homemade)
• 15 oz Pumpkin puree
• 0.5 cup Dark molasses
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar, packed
• 0.75 cup Heavy cream
• 0.25 cup Whole milk
• 2 Eggs, large
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp Ground ginger
• 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 tsp Ground cloves
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 1 cup Whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming and crimping the edges as desired.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, dark molasses, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.

Step 4

Add the heavy cream, whole milk, eggs, vanilla extract, spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves), and salt to the bowl. Whisk again until fully combined and the mixture is silky.

Step 5

Pour the pumpkin filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 6

Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips, then bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes. The filling should be mostly set but still have a slight jiggle in the center when shaken.

Step 7

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature, about 2 hours, to let the filling fully set.

Step 8

Refrigerate the pie if making ahead, or slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1385.1 grams (1385.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3284

Total Fat 191.10g	245%
Saturated Fat 105.80g	529%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 820mg	273%
Sodium 1977mg	86%
Total Carbohydrate 354.30g	129%
Dietary Fiber 15.20g	54%
Total Sugars 271.60g
Protein 29.20g	58%

Vitamin D 107IU	534%
Calcium 729mg	56%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 3157mg	67%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 43.6%