Cozy Spiced Pumpkin Crisp

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This dessert showcases a smooth spiced pumpkin blend enhanced with warm pumpkin pie spices and sweetened condensed milk. It’s topped with a rich brown sugar crumble made from flour, cinnamon, and melted butter for a crispy texture. Baked until golden and set, it can be served warm or at room temperature, ideal with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Variations include adding chopped nuts for extra crunch. A simple, comforting autumn treat that’s easy to prepare and crowd-pleasing.

Updated on Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:23:00 GMT
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A cozy, crowd-pleasing fall dessert featuring a creamy spiced pumpkin base topped with a buttery brown sugar crumble. All the flavors of pumpkin pie without the fuss of a crust—perfect for Thanksgiving or any autumn gathering.

This pumpkin crisp has become a staple at our family gatherings every autumn because it combines nostalgic flavors without the complicated crust.

Ingredients

  • Pumpkin Mixture: 1 (15-ounce / 425 g) can pumpkin puree, 1 (14-ounce / 397 g) can sweetened condensed milk, 2 large eggs, ½ teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • Crisp Topping: 1 cup (200 g) packed brown sugar, 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, 12 tablespoons (170 g) unsalted butter melted

Instructions

Step 1:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) Grease a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate a 9x9-inch pan with 3-inch sides or a 9x13-inch pan with nonstick baking spray
Step 2:
In a large bowl whisk together the pumpkin puree sweetened condensed milk eggs ½ teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice until smooth Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly
Step 3:
In a separate bowl whisk together the brown sugar flour ½ teaspoon salt ground cinnamon and 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Step 4:
Pour in the melted butter and mix until large moist crumbs form Use your hands or a pastry cutter if needed to achieve a crumbly texture
Step 5:
Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the pumpkin mixture
Step 6:
Bake for 45 55 minutes until the top is deep golden brown the edges are puffed and the center is set (it should not jiggle)
Step 7:
Remove from the oven and cool for at least 30 minutes before serving
Step 8:
Serve warm or at room temperature ideally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
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This recipe always brings us together as we reminisce about past holidays while enjoying a warm slice fresh from the oven.

Notes

For added crunch stir ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts into the topping Substitute homemade pumpkin pie spice if preferred (blend cinnamon nutmeg ginger and cloves)

Required Tools

Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons Baking dish (10-inch deep-dish pie plate 9x9-inch or 9x13-inch pan) Oven Spatula

Allergen Information

Contains Milk (sweetened condensed milk butter) Eggs Wheat (all-purpose flour) May contain traces of nuts if added to the topping Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens or cross-contamination risks

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This pumpkin crisp is a simple yet flavorful dessert that impresses every time.

Ask About This Recipe

What spices enhance the pumpkin base?

Pumpkin pie spices including cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves bring warm, cozy flavors to the pumpkin mixture.

How is the crumb topping prepared?

The topping combines brown sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and melted butter to form large crumbly pieces before baking.

Can this dessert be made ahead of time?

Yes, it stores well covered in the refrigerator for up to four days or frozen for up to one month, and reheats easily in the microwave.

What baking dishes are suitable?

A 10-inch deep dish pie plate, 9x9-inch pan with sides, or a 9x13-inch pan can be used for even baking and easy serving.

Are there options to add texture or flavor?

Chopped pecans or walnuts can be stirred into the topping for added crunch and depth.

Cozy Spiced Pumpkin Crisp

Warm spiced pumpkin topped with a buttery brown sugar crumble for cozy fall moments.

Prep Duration
20 minutes
Cook Duration
50 minutes
Overall Time
70 minutes
Created by Serena Moore


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine American

Makes 12 Portions

Dietary Details No Meat

What You Need

Pumpkin Mixture

01 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree
02 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
03 2 large eggs
04 ½ teaspoon salt
05 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

Crisp Topping

01 1 cup packed brown sugar
02 2 cups all-purpose flour
03 ½ teaspoon salt
04 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
06 12 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

How To Make It

Step 01

Prepare oven and dish: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate or a 9x9-inch pan with 3-inch sides, or a 9x13-inch pan using nonstick spray.

Step 02

Combine pumpkin mixture: Whisk together pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, salt, and pumpkin pie spice in a large bowl until smooth. Pour evenly into the baking dish.

Step 03

Mix topping dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, salt, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.

Step 04

Incorporate melted butter: Add melted butter to the dry topping mixture and stir until large, moist crumbs form. Use hands or pastry cutter to achieve a crumbly texture.

Step 05

Top pumpkin base: Evenly spread the crumble topping over the pumpkin mixture in the baking dish.

Step 06

Bake until set: Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until the topping is deep golden brown, edges are puffed, and the center is set without jiggling.

Step 07

Cool before serving: Remove from oven and allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Step 08

Serve: Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Tools You'll Need

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking dish (10-inch deep-dish pie plate, 9x9-inch, or 9x13-inch pan)
  • Oven
  • Spatula

Allergy Details

Review ingredients for allergens and speak to your healthcare provider if you have concerns.
  • Contains milk, eggs, and wheat. May contain traces of nuts if added.

Nutrition per Portion

Details are for reference and aren't a substitute for expert medical guidance.
  • Energy: 259
  • Lipids: 12 g
  • Carbohydrates: 34 g
  • Proteins: 3 g