What Makes An Awesome Pumpkin Pie?

Pumpkin pie is one of my favorite desserts to make from October through December. What separates a great pumpkin pie from an average, or even a good one? A great pie should have that crust that is both tender and flaky, a balanced sweetness in the custard, and of course, some real-deal pumpkin spice flavor. Baking a great pumpkin pie doesn’t have to be hard, especially if you know the science behind it.