Description
Indulge in a slice of Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie, an exquisite dessert that combines the creamy richness of mascarpone cheese with a perfectly spiced pumpkin filling, all nestled in a nutritious spelt crust. This pie is not only a delightful centerpiece for your holiday gatherings but also a comforting treat that can impress any guest. With its captivating flavors and elegant presentation, this pie is destined to become a new favorite tradition at your fall celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) single spelt pie crust
- 1 cup (8 ounces; 227 grams) mascarpone cheese, room temperature
- ¼ cup (50 grams) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup packed (100 grams) light brown sugar
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
- Pinch of cloves
- Pinch of coarse kosher salt
- 1 (15 ounce) can 100% pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the spelt crust in a 9-inch pie dish, pricking the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mascarpone cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add in 3 eggs (reserve one), vanilla extract, brown sugar, spices, salt, and pumpkin puree. Mix until creamy.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for about 60–75 minutes or until set in the center with golden edges.
- Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Swirl reserved mascarpone on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 95mg