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Cinnamon Pie

Creamy Cinnamon Pie: A Warm, Wholesome Holiday Delight

This creamy Cinnamon Pie is a delightful holiday dessert that combines a luscious filling with warm spices, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs fresh eggs for best results
  • 1 large Egg Yolk separate properly
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream can substitute with half-and-half
  • ¼ cup All-Purpose Flour gluten-free flour as a substitute
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon essential for your Cinnamon Pie
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract opt for pure vanilla for best results
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 dash Ground Nutmeg optional but recommended
Crust
  • 1 crust Pie Crust homemade or store-bought, chilled
Serving
  • to taste Powdered Sugar for dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Plastic wrap
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Fit a chilled 9-inch pie crust into a pie dish and refrigerate while preparing the filling.
  2. Mix 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of light brown sugar in an electric mixer on medium speed for 3-5 minutes until light and fluffy. Gradually add 2 eggs, then 1 cup of heavy cream, ¼ cup of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, a pinch of salt, and a dash of ground nutmeg until smooth.
  3. Pour the filling into the pie crust and bake for 35 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly. Adjust baking time if necessary.
  4. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.
  5. Before serving, remove the pie from the refrigerator 1 hour ahead of time, dust with powdered sugar, and serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened for mixing. Do not overbake to avoid a dry filling. Chill for best flavor and texture.

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