Instant Pot Pumpkin Pie Recipe

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Diana Rattray
Diana Rattray
Diana Rattray
Southern-cuisine expert and cookbook author Diana Rattray has created more than 5,000 recipes and articles in her 20 years as a food writer.
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Updated on 12/24/22
slice of pumpkin pie from the instant pot with whipped cream

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Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 38 mins
Chill Time: 3 hrs
Total: 3 hrs 53 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
352 Calories
23g Fat
33g Carbs
5g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings: 8
Amount per serving
Calories 352
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23g 30%
Saturated Fat 14g 68%
Cholesterol 108mg 36%
Sodium 240mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 24g
Protein 5g
Vitamin C 3mg 16%
Calcium 101mg 8%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 267mg 6%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
(Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.)

No oven space? No problem! This Instant Pot pumpkin pie might just change the way you bake for the holidays. The pie is prepared in a springform pan with a graham cracker or cookie crust. The spiced filling has all the flavor everyone loves about the classic pumpkin pie and a dollop of whipped cream doesn't hurt.

Pumpkin pie is an essential part of any Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner menu and this electric pressure cooker version offers all the great flavor in far less time than it takes to bake a conventional pie. Serve with homemade whipped cream.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 1/4 cups graham cracker, or cookie crumbs

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar

For the Pie Filling:

  • 1 (16-ounce) can pumpkin

  • 1/2 cup evaporated milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, optional

  • 1 dash ground nutmeg

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Whipped Cream:

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • 2 teaspoons granulated sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, or vanilla bean paste

  • 1 cup cinnamon sugar, optional

Steps to Make It

  1. Gather the ingredients. 

    ingredients for instant pot pumpkin pie
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  2. Spray a 7-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.

    springform pan with nonstick cooking spray
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  3. Prepare the crust. Combine the crushed graham crackers or cookies with 5 tablespoons of melted butter and 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar.

    crumbled cookies in a bowl
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  4. Pat the crust firmly into the bottom and partially up the sides of the prepared springform pan. Wrap the bottom of the springform pan with a sheet of heavy-duty foil. Place the crust in the freezer for about 10 to 15 minutes.

    pat the crumbs in the pan
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  5. In a large mixing bowl with an electric mixer, combine the pumpkin, evaporated milk, eggs, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon melted butter, cinnamon, ginger, cloves (if using), nutmeg, and salt. Continue to beat until the filling is smooth and creamy.

    Mix the pumpkin filling
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  6. Pour the filling into the crust. Pour 1 cup of water into the inner pot of the Instant Pot and place a trivet in the pot. Use a baking sling to lower the pie into the Instant Pot. If using a homemade foil sling, make sure the foil is folded down, so it does not interfere with the sealing ring.

    instant pot
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  7. Lock the lid in place and turn the steam valve to the sealing position. Choose the pressure cook (or manual) setting, high pressure, and set the timer for 38 minutes. It will take about 6 to 8 minutes for the pot to build pressure and begin to cook. When the time is up, allow a natural release for 10 minutes, then carefully release the remaining pressure.

    instant pot venting illustration
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  8. Carefully remove the pie to a rack and remove the foil. There will probably be a bit of water around the edge of the pie, but that will dry as it cools. Or, use a paper towel to absorb any excess liquid. When the pie has cooled completely, cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.

    instant pot pumpkin pie in springform pan
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  9. Slide a spatula or knife around the edge and then remove sides of the pan. If the top of the pie is rough, use the spatula to smooth it, if desired.

    pumpkin pie with sides of the pan removed
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  10. In a medium bowl with an electric mixer, beat the heavy cream with the 2 teaspoons of sugar until soft peaks form. Beat in about 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla.

    whipping cream with an electric mixer
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  11. Decorate the whole pie with the whipped cream or spoon it on individual slices. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar (if desired).

    Instant Pot pumpkin pie slice with whipped cream.
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Tip

  • One pie was cooked covered tightly with foil and then another was cooked uncovered. The uncovered pie, made with the same ingredients, was firmer when chilled. We recommend cooking the pie uncovered.