Save Pin A cozy, crowd-pleasing fall dessert featuring a creamy spiced pumpkin base topped with a buttery brown sugar crumble. All the flavors of pumpkin pie without the fuss of a crust&perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering.
This pumpkin crisp quickly became my go-to fall dessert since it combines ease with comforting flavors everyone loves.
Ingredients
- Pumpkin Mixture: 1 (15-ounce / 425 g) can pumpkin puree, 1 (14-ounce / 397 g) can sweetened condensed milk, 2 large eggs, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- Crisp Topping: 1 cup (200 g) packed brown sugar, 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, 12 tablespoons (170 g) unsalted butter melted
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) Grease a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate a 9x9-inch pan with 3-inch sides or a 9x13-inch pan with nonstick baking spray
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl whisk together the pumpkin puree sweetened condensed milk eggs ½ teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice until smooth Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl whisk together the brown sugar flour ½ teaspoon salt ground cinnamon and 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Step 4:
- Pour in the melted butter and mix until large moist crumbs form Use your hands or a pastry cutter if needed to achieve a crumbly texture
- Step 5:
- Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the pumpkin mixture
- Step 6:
- Bake for 45–55 minutes until the top is deep golden brown the edges are puffed and the center is set (it should not jiggle)
- Step 7:
- Remove from the oven and cool for at least 30 minutes before serving
- Step 8:
- Serve warm or at room temperature ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
Save Pin This dessert always brings my family together especially during chilly fall evenings.
Notes
Substitute homemade pumpkin pie spice if preferred (blend cinnamon nutmeg ginger and cloves)
Required Tools
Mixing bowls whisk measuring cups and spoons baking dish 10-inch deep-dish pie plate 9x9-inch or 9x13-inch pan oven spatula
Allergen Information
Contains Milk (sweetened condensed milk butter) Eggs Wheat (all-purpose flour) May contain traces of nuts if added to the topping Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens or cross-contamination risks
Save Pin This pumpkin crisp is a simple yet delightful way to celebrate fall in your kitchen.
Recipe FAQs
- → What spices enhance the pumpkin base?
Cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice blend together to offer a warm, cozy flavor that complements the pumpkin's natural sweetness.
- → How can I achieve a crumbly topping texture?
Mixing melted butter with brown sugar and flour until large moist crumbs form creates a buttery, crisp topping when baked.
- → Can nuts be added to the topping?
Yes, stirring in chopped pecans or walnuts adds a delightful crunch and deeper flavor notes to the topping.
- → What is the suggested baking temperature and time?
Baking at 350°F (175°C) for 45–55 minutes ensures the topping is golden and the filling is set without jiggling.
- → How should the dessert be served for best flavor?
Serving warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, enhances the comforting flavors.