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    Easy and delicious Pumpkin crisp

    November 13, 2021 by Carrie Leave a Comment

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    With Thanksgiving fast approaching, I give you easy pumpkin pie crisp! It is a great alternative to the classic pumpkin pie. Nonetheless, it is delicious and super easy to make. 

    A sweet and creamy pumpkin pie filling topped with a crunchy streusel and then baked to perfection. Serve it with right out of the oven with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. 

    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.

    I have admitted to you all that I am not a huge lover of anything pumpkin. However, I do love anything with crisp on the end, so that is why I gave this recipe a try. This dessert will replace the classic pumpkin pie at our Thanksgiving and I am excited to have my family try it. 

    Since I am the designated dessert maker every year, I bring as many non-traditional desserts to our gatherings. On occasion, I do get push back, however after mentioning this easy and delicious pumpkin crisp, everyone was all on board! 

    What makes this pumpkin pie crisp different from traditional pumpkin pie is the crunchy cinnamon streusel topping. The pumpkin pie filling and streusel topping come together to make this amazing recipe! Did I mention it is also less time consuming?

    What is a crisp made out of?

    A crisp is an American dessert usually consisting of a type of fruit baked with a crispy topping. The topping, or streusel, is made out of butter, oats, flour, brown sugar, and spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg. 

    Easy pumpkin crisp uses homemade pumpkin pie filling and a cinnamon streusel topping. Nonetheless, pumpkin replaces the fruit in a more traditional crisp recipe.

    Pumpkin puree vs. Pumpkin pie filling

    Many new bakers out there may not realize the difference between pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie filling, but there is!

    Pumpkin puree is a cooked pumpkin that is smashed or blended in a food processor to create a small pulp. It contains no spices or added sweeteners. When making homemade pumpkin pie filling it is better to use canned pumpkin so you can add your own spices and sweeten it to your own taste. 

    Pumpkin pie filling is a puree that has already been flavored with the spices and sweetened. It is convenient for a quick pumpkin dip. 

    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.

    How to make easy pumpkin crisp

    This pumpkin pie crisp is so easy to make. It only takes about 20 minutes to prep and  between 40-45 minutes to bake. 

    1.  Pumpkin pie filling ingredients: Whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, heavy cream, pumpkin pie spice, salt and vanilla. Set aside.
    2. Cinnamon streusel topping: Using a pastry blender, mix together the cubed butter, flour, cinnamon, sugar, and salt. The mixture should be coarse and crumbly. 
    3. Bake crisp: Transfer filling to prepared 12 inch cast iron skillet and top with streusel. Bake for 40-45 minutes until golden brown on top. 
    4. Serve: serve with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. 
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Pumpkin pie filling ingredients
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Add heavy cream
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Pumpkin pie filling whisked together
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Combined pumpkin pie filling
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Transfer to skilllet
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Streusel ingredients
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Melted butter added and mixed
    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.
    Add streusel mixture on top of pumpkin pie filling

    FAQ's

    Can this be made ahead of time?

    Yes, it can be made ahead of time. However, I recommend baking it fresh when you are ready to serve it.
    Follow all of the steps up until baking. Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge until ready to bake. Let it sit at room temperature while pre heating the oven. Bake as instructed.

    Should pumpkin crisp be refrigerated?

    Yes, once it has cooled down, cover and place in fridge. Eat within 2 days as the streusel topping will lose its crunch.

    Delicious pumpkin crisp in a skillet with cinnamon streusel.

    Easy pumpkin crisp

    Carrie
    Easy pumpkin crisp is a dessert with a creamy pumpkin pie filling and a crunchy streusel topping. Serve it with whipped cream or over ice cream!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Total Time 1 hr
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 servings
    Calories 635 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing bowls
    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • 12 inch cast iron skillet
    • Whisk
    • spatula

    Ingredients
      

    Pumpkin filling

    • 15 oz pumpkin puree canned
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 3 large eggs
    • 1½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
    • 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ cup heavy cream

    Cinnamon Streusel

    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1½ cups granulated sugar
    • 2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 12 tablespoon unsalted butter melted

    Topping

    • 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
    • ½ cup whipped cream

    Instructions
     

    Pumpkin pie crisp

    • Preheat oven to 375°. Grease a 12 inch cast iron skillet or casserole dish. Set aside.
    • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, pumpkin puree, 3 eggs, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and vanilla extract. Fold in the heavy cream until smooth and combined. Transfer into the prepared skillet.
    • In another medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt. Microwave butter until melted and pour over dry ingredients. Stir with a fork until the mixture is crumbly.
    • Spread streusel topping on the pumpkin mixture evenly. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
    • Let cool for 10 minutes and then serve with whipped cream and vanilla ice cream!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 8servingsCalories: 635kcalCarbohydrates: 94gProtein: 7gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 142mgSodium: 336mgPotassium: 214mgFiber: 3gSugar: 67gVitamin A: 9180IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 3mg
    Keyword Fall dessert, thanksgiving
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    Hi my name is Carrie. I am just a sassy girl from the midwest that has a sweet tooth for any type of dessert. I grew up in the kitchen and remember making my sister scrambled eggs at 8 years old. But I really fell in love with baking when I made my first Betty Crocker cake out of the box. I like to think that I have come a long way since then!

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