PUMPKIN CREAM CHEESE STREUSEL PIE

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This special pie--with its rich creamy base, spicey pumpkin layer, and nutty topping-- catapults the Thanksgiving standard into pumpkin-pie paradise. Top it off with whipped cream and nutmeg.

Provided by MrsStacy Casas

Categories     Pie

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 recipe for pastry for single-crust pie (I just buy one all ready made)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 slightly beaten egg
1 1/4 cups canned pumpkin
1 cup evaporated milk
2 beaten eggs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, softened

Steps:

  • Prepare and roll out pastry.
  • (Or buy one).
  • In small mixing bowl beat cream cheese, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, the vanilla, and the 1 slightly beaten egg, with electric mixer on low to medium speed until smooth.
  • Chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Spoon into pastry or store bought pie crust.
  • In a medium mixing bowl combine pumpkin, evaporated milk, the 2 eggs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg.
  • Carefully pour over cream-cheese mixture.
  • To prevent overbrowning, cover edge of the pie with foil.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 25 minutes.
  • Remove foil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, combine the pecans, flour, the 2 tablespoons brown sugar, and butter.
  • Sprinkle over the pie.
  • Bake for 10 to 15 minutes more or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Cool for 1 to 2 hours on a wire rack.
  • Refrigerate within 2 hours; cover for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.1, Fat 28.4, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 123.5, Sodium 444.8, Carbohydrate 43.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 24.3, Protein 9.3

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