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Milk Bar Hilly’s Pumpkin Caramel Pie Recipe

Milk Bar Hilly's Pumpkin Caramel Pie Recipe

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Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Milk Bar Hilly’s Pumpkin Caramel Pie. This show-stopping dessert features layers of pumpkin ganache, chewy salted caramel, and a buttery pie crust, topped with a crunchy streusel and fluffy whipped cream. Perfect for fall gatherings or holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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Pumpkin Ganache:

  • 2 (15-ounce) cans Pumpkin Puree
  • 1 1/4 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1/3 cup Corn Syrup
  • 5 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 12 to 16 ounces White Chocolate
  • 3 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt

Chewy Salted Caramel:

  • 1 cup White Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Heavy Cream
  • 6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 2 Tablespoons Corn Syrup
  • 1–2 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract

Pie Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups Flour
  • 12 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1/2 cup Fine Ground Cornmeal
  • 1 Tablespoon White Sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup Ice Cold Water
  • 1 Tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar

Streusel Topping:

  • 1/2 cup Flour
  • 1/3 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Rolled Oats
  • 6 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cardamom
  • Pinch of Salt

Fresh Whipped Cream:

  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 3 Tablespoons Powdered Sugar

Instructions

  1. Pumpkin Ganache: Spread and roast pumpkin puree, then blend with white chocolate and spices. Chill and reheat as needed.
  2. Chewy Salted Caramel: Cook sugar, water, and corn syrup to a golden brown caramel, then add butter, cream, and flavorings. Chill until ready to use.
  3. Pie Crust: Mix dry ingredients, cut in butter, add water, chill, roll out, and blind bake until golden brown.
  4. Streusel Topping: Mix ingredients, bake until golden brown, and set aside.
  5. Fresh Whipped Cream: Whip cream and sugar until soft peaks form.
  6. Assembling: Layer caramel in pre-baked pie crust, top with pumpkin ganache, chill overnight. Serve cold with whipped cream and streusel.

Notes

  • For best results, follow the instructions carefully and pay attention to temperatures while making caramel and ganache.
  • Adjust salt levels in caramel to personal preference.
  • Pie crust can be prepared ahead of time for convenience.
  • Store leftover pie in the refrigerator.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Caramel Pie, Milk Bar Recipe, Dessert, Fall Baking, Thanksgiving