How to Make the Best Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving (With a Chocolate Twist)
Pumpkin pie is the heart of any Thanksgiving dessert table—but what if you could take this classic to the next level? In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make the best pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving, featuring a rich, silky filling, a flaky homemade crust, and a surprising chocolate twist you’ll want to repeat year after year.
Oh—and we’ve found the perfect companion to serve with it: our artisan Chocolate Coffee Beans.
Ready to upgrade tradition? Let’s bake.
Table of Contents
1 Ingredients You’ll Need
2 Step-by-Step: How to Make the Best Pumpkin Pie
3 Chocolate Twist: The Perfect Pairing with Coffee Beans (CTA)
4 Make It Your Own: Variations & Custom Toppings
5 Final Thoughts: A Thanksgiving Classic, Reimagined
🧂 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Crust (Homemade Option)
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar
½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
3–4 tbsp ice water
Shortcut option: Use a store-bought 9-inch pie shell if you're short on time.
For the Filling
1 can (15 oz) pure pumpkin purée
¾ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 egg yolk
1 cup heavy cream
¼ cup whole milk
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp ground ginger
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
⅛ tsp ground cloves
½ tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: 1 oz finely chopped dark chocolate
To Serve
Fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Chocolate Coffee Beans from Sweet Chocolat ☕🍫
👩🍳 Step-by-Step: How to Make the Best Pumpkin Pie
1. Make the Crust (or prep your shell)
If you’re making your crust from scratch, combine the flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Add cold butter cubes and cut in with a pastry cutter or fork until the texture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time and mix just until the dough comes together. Shape into a disc, wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes. Roll out and press into a 9-inch pie pan. Chill again while you make the filling.
Shortcut: Using a pre-made crust? Just set it in your dish and keep it chilled until filling time.
2. Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, brown sugar, eggs, and egg yolk until smooth. Add cream, milk, spices, vanilla, and salt. Whisk until fully combined. If you’re adding dark chocolate bits, fold them in last for a rich surprise in every bite.
3. Fill and Bake
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Pour the filling into your prepared crust. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly wobbly. Cover the crust edges with foil if they brown too fast. Let cool completely before slicing.
4. Serve with a Chocolatey Twist
Top slices with fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a next-level finish, garnish each plate with a few Chocolate Coffee Beans from Sweet Chocolat. The silky pie meets crunchy, coffee-infused chocolate? Pure magic.
🍫 Chocolate Twist: The Perfect Pairing with Coffee Beans.
While pumpkin pie is a beloved tradition, pairing it with something unexpected—like our Chocolate Coffee Beans—adds a bold and sophisticated edge. These artisan treats combine the rich bitterness of roasted coffee with smooth chocolate coating, creating the perfect contrast to the pie’s sweet and spiced creaminess.
They’re not only a beautiful topping or side for dessert plates, but also make excellent gifts or snacks for guests who love a touch of caffeine with their sweets.
👉 Curious to try?
Grab your chocolate coffee Beans here and impress your Thanksgiving crowd.
✨ Final Thoughts: A Thanksgiving Classic, Reimagined
There’s something sacred about pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving—it’s comfort, memory, and celebration all in one bite. But even the most classic dishes can evolve, and this year, adding a chocolate twist might be exactly what your table needs.
Whether you follow the recipe step by step or add your own flair, remember:
the best Thanksgiving desserts are made with love, shared with gratitude, and enjoyed without rush.