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Mini Pumpkin Pies

November 24, 2015

This year, there were countless articles and discussions regarding a potential canned pumpkin shortage over the holidays. The heavy summer rain ruined crops in Illinois, the largest pumpkin-producing state, and even Libby’s, the largest canned pumpkin-producing company, reported a loss of more than 1/3 of their pumpkin stock.

Upon hearing this news,  I envisioned what my future would look like on November 25th. Fully convinced that it would involve a full-on shopping cart sprint, ninja barrel rolls, a referee whistle, and tug-of-war with a small child over the last can of pumpkin puree, I did what any rational American woman in her late 20s would do and stocked up on canned pumpkin, apocalyptic-style.

So if you happen to live within a 30 mile radius of me, please expect your monthly pumpkin pies well into 2016.

Using only a few simple ingredients, these mini pumpkin pies have the perfect crust to filling ratio. Not only are they adorable, but they are also ideal for potlucks and holiday parties and for shoveling into your mouth at a moment’s notice to buy yourself time for overly-personal questions from nosy relatives. And as these pies can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, they are a great make-ahead treat. So if you’re like me and happen to have an extra can of pumpkin puree – or twenty – I’d definitely recommend these little bites!

And with that, Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

Mini Pumpkin Pies
2015-11-20 09:46:09
Yields 24
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Ingredients
  1. 2 premade refrigerated pie crusts
  2. 1/2 can pumpkin
  3. 1/2 can sweetened condensed milk
  4. 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  5. 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  6. 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  7. 1/4 tsp salt
  8. 1 large egg
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Thaw pie dough according to directions
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin, condensed milk, spices, and egg until well blended. Roll our pie dough on a clean floured surface. Then using a biscuit cutter, cut out circles of dough, and place in each mini muffin tin. Pat down the base and sides. Spoon the pumpkin filling into each tin, leaving a little room at the top for the filling to rise.
  4. Place in the oven and bake for about 15 minutes, or until pie dough is lightly browned. Let cool for 4-5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool for an additional 20 minutes. Place in refrigerator and let chill for 2-3 hours before serving. Garnish with cut out leaves or whipped cream.
Notes
  1. If desired, use cutouts with remaining dough to place on each mini pie. Simply place cut outs on a baking tray and bake for 4-5 minutes at 350 degrees, or until leaves are lightly browned.
Adapted from AllRecipe's Perfect Pumpkin Pie
Adapted from AllRecipe's Perfect Pumpkin Pie
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  1. youthfoodblog says

    November 24, 2015 at 4:22 am

    Anther great recipe for treats. Just in time for Thanksgiving!

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 5:18 am

      Thank you! 🙂 yes, just a few days left!

      Reply
  2. lynne hoareau says

    November 24, 2015 at 9:58 am

    Jasmine, these sound so tasty. I could happily have a couple now 🙂 . Thanks for such a great idea.

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    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 1:09 pm

      🙂 thanks, Lynne!

      Reply
  3. Lynz Real Cooking says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:00 pm

    haha glad you stocked up! Yumm the pies looks amazing! love the photos Jasmine!

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 1:10 pm

      Haha, yes, I was a little overly prepared. Thank you, Lynn!

      Reply
  4. Cher says

    November 24, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Oh I love how it’s bite sized! Feel like I can just pop them one by one in my mouth! Hehe somehow lazy and satisfying!

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 2:01 pm

      Completely agree!! We’ve had a whole pie in our fridge all week, but I just keep grabbing these little guys when I walk by!

      Reply
  5. Kathrina (Eclectic Yellow House) says

    November 24, 2015 at 2:47 pm

    I love the ninja barrel rolls and the referee whistle! Ha! These are really cute little pies, and they look very easy to just pop several in your mouth, one after the other!

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    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 2:49 pm

      Thanks, Kathrina!! And I had fun picturing it 🙂

      Reply
  6. Linda says

    November 24, 2015 at 3:03 pm

    Adorable little pies! So perfect to add to the dessert tray 🙂

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    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 3:09 pm

      Thank you, Linda! And so easy to make, too!

      Reply
  7. coffeeandwoodsmoke says

    November 24, 2015 at 4:04 pm

    Such a great idea! Love two-bite desserts.

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 4:14 pm

      I’m right there with ya!

      Reply
  8. CakePants says

    November 24, 2015 at 4:12 pm

    These are so adorable – I love the little cut-out leaves! When my mom told me about the possibility of a pumpkin shortage, I too (as another woman in her late 20s) went out to stock up on pumpkin. Ironically, people like us may be the cause of other people’s pumpkin shortage!

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 4:15 pm

      Lol! I had the same thought as I wrote the blog – hoarding canned pumpkin is definitely not a solution to the pumpkin shortage. And thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Kim | Peeled Wellness says

    November 24, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    when it comes to baking- it’s only possible for me if I use the shortcuts! no shame.

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 8:09 pm

      No shame at all!

      Reply
  10. sweetteasweetie (@SweetTSweetie) says

    November 24, 2015 at 6:58 pm

    I love those little leaves on top!
    Kari
    http://www.sweetteasweetie.com

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    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 8:10 pm

      Thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  11. Nena says

    November 24, 2015 at 8:08 pm

    I love using pumpkin in various recipes! Very yummy one you provided here;)

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 24, 2015 at 8:10 pm

      Thank you, Nena!! Happy Thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • Nena says

        November 25, 2015 at 1:20 am

        Thank you, Jasmine:) You, too!

        Reply
  12. Anna says

    November 24, 2015 at 11:00 pm

    Gorgeous and look so incredibly yummy! I loved your story as well .. your posts always brighten my day! 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving, sweet friend!

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 25, 2015 at 4:01 am

      You’re always so sweet – thank you so much, Anna!!

      Reply
  13. DianaL says

    November 25, 2015 at 12:52 am

    These are absolutely adorable. Perfect bite size treats.

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 25, 2015 at 2:14 am

      Thank you, Diana! 🙂

      Reply
  14. Chantelle Eckhout says

    November 25, 2015 at 11:26 am

    These are adorable!

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      November 25, 2015 at 12:40 pm

      Thank you, Chantelle!! 🙂

      Reply
  15. J Seaton says

    December 1, 2015 at 5:42 am

    These look delicious!

    Reply
    • Jasmine says

      December 1, 2015 at 1:19 pm

      Thank you!! ☺️

      Reply

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