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Gordon Ramsay Pumpkin Pie

Gordon Ramsay Pumpkin Pie
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Gordon Ramsay’s pumpkin pie takes the traditional American classic and adds balance and finesse. The filling is velvety and subtly sweet, spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, all nestled in a buttery shortcrust pastry shell that holds its shape beautifully.

Ingredients

For the shortcrust pastry:

  • 250g all-purpose flour

  • 125g cold unsalted butter, cubed

  • 1 tablespoon sugar

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 2–3 tablespoons cold water

For the filling:

  • 425g pumpkin purée (canned or homemade)

  • 150g brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 200ml heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger

  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

For topping (optional):

  • Whipped cream, lightly sweetened

  • Freshly grated nutmeg or cinnamon

  • Toasted pecans or candied ginger, for garnish

Instructions

  • Make the pastry: Combine flour, sugar, and cold butter. Rub until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add egg yolk and water, mixing until it forms a dough. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.

  • Roll and blind bake the crust: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Roll out the dough and line a 9-inch pie tin. Prick the base with a fork. Chill again for 10 minutes. Line with parchment and baking beans, then bake for 15 minutes. Remove beans and bake another 5 minutes until lightly golden.

  • Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin purée, brown sugar, and spices. Add eggs, cream, salt, and vanilla. Mix until smooth and well combined.

  • Fill and bake: Pour the filling into the blind-baked crust. Smooth the top. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 40–45 minutes, or until the filling is just set with a slight wobble in the center.

  • Cool completely: Let the pie cool in the tin, then chill for at least 2 hours before slicing.

  • Serve and garnish: Top with whipped cream, a dusting of spice, or garnishes of your choice.

Notes

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-pumpkin-pie/