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Homemade chai spiced pumpkin pie recipe on a white marble counter with golden crust and creamy filling, photographed from above in natural light.

Chai Spiced Pumpkin Pie Recipe

A creamy pumpkin pie infused with homemade chai spices like cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon. Cozy, aromatic, and perfect for fall gatherings or Thanksgiving dinner.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Fall-Inspired
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Cooling Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 320kcal
Cost: $10

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch pie pan Glass or ceramic for even baking
  • 2 Mixing bowls One large, one small
  • 1 Wire whisk For smooth filling
  • 1 set Measuring cups & spoons For accuracy
  • 1 Wire cooling rack Keeps bottom crust crisp
  • 1 roll Aluminum foil Protects crust edges
  • 1 set Pie weights/dried beans For blind baking crust
  • 1 sheet Parchment paper For blind baking

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adds warmth and sweetness
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom Floral, citrusy notes
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger Gentle spicy kick
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves Depth and complexity
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg Rounds spice blend
  • 0.125 teaspoon Ground black pepper Optional, subtle bite
  • 15 oz can Pumpkin puree Pure, not pie filling
  • 0.75 cup Brown sugar (packed) Rich caramel flavor
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1 cup Heavy cream Sub with coconut cream if dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 9-inch Pie crust Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon Butter (melted) For brushing crust

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prep pie crust and baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Whisk cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, pepper. Set aside 1 teaspoon for garnish.
  • Mix pumpkin puree + sugar. Add spice blend, then eggs one by one. Stir in cream, vanilla, salt.
  • Roll crust, fit in pan, crimp edges. Pour filling ¾ full. Brush edges with melted butter.
  • Bake 50–60 minutes until edges set, center jiggles. Cover crust edges if browning too fast.
  • Cool completely on wire rack 2–3 hrs before serving.
  • (Optional) Toast spices before mixing for deeper flavor.

Notes

  • Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 130g | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 95mg | Sodium: 260mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 14000IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 2mg