Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (2024)

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Mini pumpkin pies! You know that feeling you get at the end of a big meal, when everyone has eaten way too much? And then someone suggests dessert, but you don’t even want to get up to make coffee, let alone put together everyone’s dessert plate. (Or is that just me?)

When you finally do get the energy to serve the 3 beautiful desserts that someone went to tons of effort to make, everyone is so full that they don’t eat more than a few bites.

The solution? Mini pumpkin pies! Rather than overwhelming yourself and your guests with too much of a good thing, let them enjoy a bite sized treat. There’s always room for something mini!

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This is the combination of spices that my family has always used for pumpkin pie, and it has always been delicious!

It’s so simple so make your own pumpkin spice – and you probably already have the spices in your cupboard!

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Tip: Add some pumpkin pie spice to strong coffee with some cream and sugar to make your own pumpkin spice latte. You can add canned pumpkin if you want, but it’s not necessary.

These mini pumpkin pies are unique enough that they don’t have to be limited to Thanksgiving. I love that they could just as well be served at a brunch or dinner party, or even Christmas. I definitely recommend giving them a try!

Check out our video for how to make mini pumpkin pies:

If you’re looking for more delicious pumpkin desserts, here’s a few of our favourites:

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

Pumpkin Pie Twists

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How to Make Mini Pumpkin Pies:

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Mini Pumpkin Pies

These mini pumpkin pies are way easier than making a pumpkin pie from scratch. Plus you will actually have room to try more than one dessert!

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time30 minutes mins

Total Time45 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Servings: 30

Ingredients

  • 2 small eggs
  • 1-1/3 cups canned pumpkin puree (I accidentally used canned pumpkin pie filling and it still turned out, so I guess either one is fine)
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/4 tsp Salt (slightly heaping)
  • 3/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ginger (slightly heaping)
  • 1/4 tsp cloves
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1-1/8 cups evaporated milk
  • 30 mini tart shells defrosted

Instructions

  • Beat the eggs with a whisk.

  • Blend in the remaining ingredients.

  • Spread the tart shells out onto a cookie sheet.

  • Pour 2 Tablespoons of pumpkin filling into each tart shell.

  • Bake at 375F for approximately 30 minutes or until crust is golden.

Notes

I found my mini tart shells at a grocery store in Canada called Loblaws. They are located in the frozen food section right next to the regular pie crusts.

Adapted from the recipe on my mom’s old pie plateMini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (4).

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I know this is cheating, but using pre-made tart shells is so much easier than rolling out your own dough. And they end up looking so perfect in the end! This momma does not have time to be rolling out 30 tart shells.

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Pour 2 Tablespoons of pumpkin pie mixture into each tart shell:

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Here they are before they went into the oven:

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I baked them at 375F for 30 minutes. They puffed up a little bit, but they collapsed really quickly after they cooled off.

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Do you remember those pie plates that had the recipe written right on the plate? My mom had one for pumpkin pieMini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (10), and it was truly the most delicious pumpkin pie I’ve ever had. I’ll be honest though – the past few years (…or ten years…) life has been too busy to make a pumpkin pie from scratch, so we have been buying them from Costco. *gasp* I know…

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One of the reasons I stopped making homemade pumpkin pie (besides being lazy busy of course), is that it makes such a huge amount and such a thick pumpkin pie, that it’s hard to get through the whole thing. I love pumpkin pie, but I find it a very strong flavour and enjoy having it in smaller amounts, rather than a giant piece that makes you so full that you swear you won’t eat anything else for days.

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Which is why I love the idea of mini pumpkin pies. These were seriously delicious! Way faster to make than rolling out your own dough, but they still have the homemade taste that you just can’t buy in any store bought pumpkin pie.

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These were way easier than I was expecting. I have convinced myself for years that pumpkin pie from scratch was too time consuming to make but these were done in less than an hour, and most of that was baking time!

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  1. Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (16)Bernice says

    I keep using this recipe over and over again, simply delicious !

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  2. Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (17)Marlene says

    Where did you buy the 30 tart shells??

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    • Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (18)Debbie Chapman says

      At a store in Canada called Loblaws. Details are in the tips section of the recipe.

      Reply

  3. Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (19)Cashe says

    I make these every Thanksgiving, I love these and so does everyone else. I plan on making them again but had a quick question, can I make them the night before? Will they still taste fresh the next day?

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    • Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (20)Debbie Chapman says

      They taste best made the day of, but they are definitely okay to make the night before. Be sure to store them in the refrigerator if you’re making them ahead of time.

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      • Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (21)Cashe says

        Thank you! ♥️

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  4. Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (22)Alexis says

    Can I use ginger powder instead?

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    • Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (23)Debbie Chapman says

      Hi Alexis – Sorry for the late reply – Yes, you should be using ginger powder in this recipe.

      Reply

  5. Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (24)Lorraine says

    Hi if I use tender flake mini tart shells do I have to blindbake for pumpkin filling ? Or just thaw put filling in and bake ? Thanks

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    • Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (25)One Little Project says

      Hi Lorraine – no need to blind bake. Just thaw the shells, add filling, and cook according to the recipe. 🙂

      Reply

  6. Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (26)Joan Rehfeldt says

    I live in California and would to order these adorable mini pie shells. Is there a company that can send them to me without a problem of totally thawing out coming from Canada. Thank you

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    • Mini Pumpkin Pies Recipe | One Little Project (27)One Little Project says

      Hi Joan! I don’t know of a company like that off the top of my head, though it might exist.

      Pillsbury makes mini pie shells, so you might be able to find those where you live? Sometimes you can buy already baked shells as well.

      Otherwise I’d suggest buying some disposable tart shells and cutting a large pie shell down to size. We used cookie cutters to cut up a large pie shell when we made our mini apple pies.

      Let us know if you have any more questions!

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FAQs

What is the recipe for pumpkin pie in Minecraft? ›

In the crafting menu, you should see a crafting area that is made up of a 3x3 crafting grid. To make pumpkin pie, place 1 pumpkin, 1 egg, and 1 sugar in the 3x3 crafting grid.

When making pumpkin pie Why is it important to let the filling sit overnight before baking? ›

For better pumpkin pie, refrigerate the filling overnight

Any “sharp edges” disappear, and you're left with a smooth meld of complementary flavors.

What's the difference between canned pumpkin and canned pumpkin pie? ›

Ingredients - Pumpkin puree made from scratch contains only pumpkin, but canned puree may contain a preservative like salt. Pumpkin pie filling contains additional ingredients like sugar, spices, and thickeners. Flavor - Pure pumpkin puree has a slightly sweet, earthy taste.

What makes pumpkin pie filling pull away from the crust? ›

The oven rack may be too close to the top heating element in the oven. This can cause filling to 'skin' and crack as it bakes and to settle slightly when cooling and pull away from the crust. Another possible reason is over-baking. Try reducing cooking time by 5 to 10 minutes.

How do you make a jack o lantern in Minecraft? ›

They're pretty easy to make. Find a pumpkin – either out in the world, or in a shipwreck, or from a trader, or by growing on yourself from seeds – then use shears on it to carve a spooky face into the front. Finally, stick a candle inside in a crafting grid to light it up.

How rare is it to find a pumpkin pie in Minecraft? ›

Natural generation
ItemStructureChance
Java Edition
Pumpkin PieVillage9.7%
Bedrock Edition
Pumpkin PieVillage10.7%

Should I Prebake pie crust for pumpkin pie? ›

Think of it this way: poor pie dough wouldn't stand a chance (aka be a soggy mess) with a custard filling if we don't give it a head start. Hence why we pre-bake, because custard pies are too delicious to have soggy bottoms. Custard pies = pumpkin pies. Chocolate cream pies.

Is it OK to leave pumpkin pie out overnight? ›

How Long Can Pumpkin Pie Be Left at Room Temperature? Your pumpkin pie can safely sit out on the kitchen counter for up to 2 hours, says the FDA. After that, you run the risk of bacterial growth.

Is it better to make pumpkin pie the day before or day of? ›

Pumpkin pie is a great make-ahead dessert to cross off your Thanksgiving to-do list. You can prepare and bake the pie up to two days in advance, and it will still taste great on the big day. Just make sure you store the pie in the refrigerator—not on the kitchen counter—until you are ready to serve it.

Can I use pure pumpkin instead of pumpkin pie filling? ›

If you meant to purchase pumpkin pie filling but accidentally grabbed a can of plain pumpkin, it's easy to sweeten and season the puree. Follow a good pumpkin pie recipe (there's usually a recipe printed right on the label) and add sugar and spices to the puree along with other ingredients like eggs before baking.

Can dogs eat pumpkin? ›

Yes, dogs can eat pumpkin and it is actually often added to dog foods. Check the label of some dog treats and you may find pumpkin on the ingredient list there too. However, if you are feeding fresh pumpkin, you will need to be careful about which part you're feeding as the stem and leaves are covered in prickly hairs.

How do you keep the bottom crust of pumpkin pie from getting soggy? ›

Often, blind-baking solves this problem. If you're making a single crust custard-filled pie, like a pumpkin pie, bake the pie dough first before adding filling to allow some of the moisture in the crust to evaporate. You can also totally blind-bake fruit pies.

Can you put an undercooked pumpkin pie back in the oven? ›

Note that if your test determines an undercooked pumpkin pie, return it to the oven and bake a few minutes longer before testing it again.

Do pumpkin pies need to be refrigerated after baking? ›

On most occasions, yes, pumpkin pie needs to be refrigerated. Though products like pumpkin purée and pumpkin pie spice are shelf stable, homemade pumpkin pie is typically made with eggs and some type of milk or cream, which means it must be refrigerated.

How to make pumpkin in Minecraft? ›

How to get a Pumpkin in Survival Mode
  1. Find a Pumpkin Plant. First, you need to find a pumpkin plant growing in your Minecraft world. ...
  2. Dig up the Pumpkin. Once you have found a pumpkin plant, you will need to dig up the pumpkin. ...
  3. Pick up the Pumpkin. Make sure you pick up the pumpkin before it disappears.

How do you make pumpkin edible in Minecraft? ›

To make pumpkin pie, combine a pumpkin with sugar and an egg in your crafting table. It's as simple as that – and eating one restores eight hunger and 4.8 saturation. If cooking isn't your forte, apprentice-level farmer villages might trade you four pumpkin pies in exchange for an emerald.

Can you make pumpkin seeds in Minecraft? ›

You can harvest a pumpkin by breaking it. You'll receive a pumpkin block which can be crafted into four seeds or made into a Jack O Lantern. Or you can turn it into Pumpkin_Pie.

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