Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Pumpkin Mascarpone Pie, a perfect blend of creamy mascarpone cheese and spiced pumpkin filling enveloped in a wholesome spelt crust. This elegant dessert is not only easy to prepare but also a showstopper at any gathering, making it an ideal choice for holiday celebrations or cozy family dinners. Its unique twist on traditional pumpkin pie is sure to impress your guests with each luscious bite. Whether you’re looking for something special or simply treating yourself, this seasonal pie will bring warmth to your table.
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 according to your crust's package instructions.
- In a large bowl, mix mascarpone cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.
- Stir in pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until fully combined.
- Pour filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top. Bake until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Allow cooling completely before serving. Optionally, top with additional mascarpone cheese for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg