Pumpkin Cream Pie in a Chocolate Crust Recipe
Pumpkin pie is a classic and delicious treat for Halloween or the fall season. Here is a unique twist on the classic pumpkin pie recipe:
recipe & picture by: Pumpkin Cream Pie in a Chocolate Crust Recipe - Melissa Clark (foodandwine.com)
Ingredients
8 ounces chocolate wafer cookies (33 cookies)
1 stick unsalted butter (melted)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 pure pumpkin puree (5-ounce can)
¾ cup heavy cream
2 eggs (large)
1 tablespoon bourbon (brandy or apple cider)
½ cup light brown sugar (packed)
1 teaspoon fresh ginger (finely grated peeled)
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ teaspoon nutmeg (grated)
⅛ teaspoon allspice (ground)
1 cup crème fraîche
½ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons confectioners sugar
Chocolate curls (see Note for garnish)
Directions
Make the crust In a food processor, pulse the cookies until finely ground. Transfer to a medium bowl and add the