FAQs
Once the pumpkin pie is cool to the touch, loosely wrap it in plastic wrap. Place the pumpkin pie in the refrigerator and store it there for up to 4 days.
Why do grocery stores not refrigerate pumpkin pie? ›
Many store-bought pumpkin pies are made with preservatives that make them shelf-stable. You'll find this is often the case with pies purchased at large supermarkets or big-box stores. These pies can be left on the counter and are best eaten within a few days (or by the date marked on the package).
Can I eat pumpkin pie that was left out overnight? ›
Homemade pie that has been left out for longer than two hours should be thrown away. If you left any pumpkin pie out for too long, don't be tempted to roll the dice.
What happened to cause the pumpkin pie to weep after it was baked? ›
Why Is My Pumpkin Pie Weeping? Another common problem that occurs when baking pumpkin pie is when you notice water on the top of the pie or leaking out from the filling. Why this happens: Either the pie was overbaked, or it was placed in the fridge before cooling completely.
How long will a pumpkin pie last in the refrigerator? ›
If properly wrapped—that is, loosely covered with aluminum foil or plastic wrap—a freshly baked pumpkin pie keeps in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Pumpkin pie is delicious cold, so you can serve it straight from the fridge (with plenty of homemade whipped cream, if you please).
Can dogs eat pumpkin pie? ›
Dogs shouldn't eat pumpkin pie, given that this delicious fall staple contains unsafe ingredients. Along with the spices, the filling contains sugar and condensed milk, which can cause stomach upset. In small amounts, pie crusts won't harm your dog, but sugar and butter aren't good for them.
Should leftover pumpkin pie be refrigerated? ›
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) also says that homemade pies with eggs, like pumpkin, pecan, and lemon meringue pies, must be refrigerated. These pies shouldn't sit on the counter for more than two hours.
Can I freeze a pumpkin pie? ›
Good news: You can freeze pumpkin pies. The rich custard filling (read: high fat content) of pumpkin pies means they freeze beautifully. In fact, the same is true of other pies with custard filling, including sweet potato pies.
Can I leave a pie out overnight to cool? ›
If a pie contains eggs or dairy products, it should be stored in the refrigerator and not left out at room temperature for more than two hours. Pies that do not contain dairy products, such as fruit pies can be stored, loosely covered at room temperature for up to two days.
Is pumpkin pie good for you? ›
According to the USDA's Dietary Guidelines for Americans, we should all be eating 2 cups of orange veggies each week. Pumpkin pie can help meet these recommendations plus that brilliant orange color provides the antioxidants vitamin A and lutein.
Answer. A pumpkin, from a botanist's perspective, is a fruit because it's a product of the seed-bearing structure of flowering plants. Vegetables, on the other hand, are the edible portion of plants such as leaves, stems, roots, bullbs, flowers, and tubers.
Are Costco pumpkin pies good? ›
Costco's pumpkin pies are wildly popular and wildly delicious, and at the unbeatable price of just $5.99, it's not hard to see why they are one of the top holiday items at Costco. In their research for the book, David and Susan did a deep dive into the Costco pumpkin pie.
Does Walmart pumpkin pie need to be refrigerated? ›
On most occasions, yes, pumpkin pie needs to be refrigerated. Though products like pumpkin purée and pumpkin pie spice are shelf stable, homemade pumpkin pie is typically made with eggs and some type of milk or cream, which means it must be refrigerated.
Can you put an undercooked pumpkin pie back in the oven? ›
If the center of the pie registers below 175°F, then stick it back into the oven and check on it every 5-10 minutes until baked through. If the custard in the center isn't done yet but the crust is starting to get crispy, you can protect it using a pie shield while it finishes baking.
Why is my pumpkin pie still jiggly in the middle? ›
for pumpkin pie when the filling still ripples in the center. the pie is underbaked and the filling won't completely set up. when the center of the pie wobble slightly it will continue to bake.
How do you keep the bottom crust of pumpkin pie from getting soggy? ›
Often, blind-baking solves this problem. If you're making a single crust custard-filled pie, like a pumpkin pie, bake the pie dough first before adding filling to allow some of the moisture in the crust to evaporate. You can also totally blind-bake fruit pies.
Can I eat 10 day old pumpkin pie? ›
Apple and other fruit pies keep at room temperature for up to two days, then in the fridge for two more. Pumpkin, custard, or other egg/dairy-based pies can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Pie dough can keep for two to three days in the fridge, or up to three months in the freezer.
What is the best way to store a pumpkin pie overnight? ›
Allow the pie to cool for 2 hours, or until it feels around room temperature to the touch. Wrap loosely in plastic wrap or pop into a pie plate with a lid. Place the pumpkin pie into the refrigerator. Enjoy within 4 days.
Should pumpkin pie be a little jiggly? ›
The outer edges of the pie should be firm while the center will be a little jiggly, but not sloshy or unsteady. As the old adage goes, "It needs to jiggle like Jell-O but not wiggle like a wave." If the entire pie is wobbly, continue baking. Use a piecrust shield if it's browning too fast.
What does an overcooked pumpkin pie look like? ›
According to the Libby's Pumpkin experts, if you see small bubbles in the filling around the edges of the pie, or if the filling separates from the crust, these are signs of overbaking.
The way you test a cake for doneness also works for pumpkin pie: Insert a toothpick (or a knife) near the center of the pie and, if it comes out clean, your pie is done. If it's oh-so-close, keep in mind that the custard continues to cook as the pie cools.
Is pie still good after 5 days? ›
Fruit pies are best stored at room temperature and eaten within 2 days of purchase. However, they can also be refrigerated for up to 5 days. Custard pies (ex. Sweet Potato Coconut, Cardamom Tahini Squash, or Apple Butter Custard) are best eaten within 2 days of purchase if stored at room temperature.
Can you eat 6 day old pie? ›
Apple and other fruit pies keep at room temperature for up to two days, then in the fridge for two more. Pumpkin, custard, or other egg/dairy-based pies can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Pie dough can keep for two to three days in the fridge, or up to three months in the freezer.
Can you eat a pie 5 days out of date? ›
FSA guidance for households on use-by dates includes: never eat food after the use-by date, even if it looks and smells ok. it is safe to eat food until midnight on the use-by date shown on a product, but not after, unless the food has been cooked or frozen.
Is week old pie safe? ›
Cream and chiffon pies must be stored in the refrigerator. These pies can be kept three to four days. Fruit pies such as cherry and apple can be stored at room temperature one to two days or seven days in the refrigerator.