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Gingersnap Pumpkin Pie – Easy Dessert Recipes for the Holidays

This gingersnap pumpkin pie is everything I want when the weather turns cool and I need a dessert that tastes like home. We’re talking a buttery, spiced crust that holds a smooth, rich pumpkin filling. It’s sweet, but not too sweet—and that little tang from the gingersnap cookies? Game-changer. I make this pie every year, and honestly, it wouldn’t feel like Thanksgiving without it. It’s simple enough to whip up on a cozy afternoon, and it holds up beautifully in the fridge for days (if it lasts that long). I love serving it with a dollop of freshly whipped cream, but honestly, a fork straight out of the pie dish works just fine, too. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or treating yourself, this recipe always delivers. If you’re a fan of easy dessert recipes, especially those that double as easy pie recipes or easy sweet recipes, you’re going to love this one. It’s also perfect for easy baking recipes and counts as one of my go-to easy homemade recipes. It’s my secret weapon for easy pumpkin recipes—and yours now, too.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Keywords: easy baking recipes, easy dessert recipes, easy homemade recipes, easy pie recipes, easy pumpkin recipes, easy sweet recipes, easy thanksgiving recipes
Servings: 8 slices
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 30 cookies)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 (15-ounce) can pure pumpkin
  • 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, stir together the crushed gingersnaps, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
  4. Bake the crust for 8 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and spices until smooth.
  6. Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
  7. Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the center is just set and doesn’t jiggle when you nudge the dish.
  8. Let it cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.