Each bite of Cinnamon Pie is creamy and decadent. The spiced filling is packed with cinnamon, cream cheese and more for a rich and delicious recipe.
If you are a cinnamon lover, then this tasty pie recipe is for you. While we certainly love classics, this amazing pie is always a crowd pleaser. It is just something different but so easy to make.
Homemade Pie Recipes are always on the menu for the holidays. The creamy cinnamon filling makes this pie one of our favorites. Make sure to check out this other delicious pie, Cinnamon Roll Pie or Cinnamon Roll Apple Pie.
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What is Cinnamon Pie?
It is a creamy pie with a base of cream cheese, cinnamon, brown sugar and more. It is blended together and poured into a pie crust.
This is a type of spiced pie and really delicious with a dollop of whipped cream on top. While this type of pie is not as common as pumpkin pie or pecan pie, it is absolutely amazing.
If you love cinnamon, then you make this pie for the holidays. Serve it with Cinnamon Ice Cream Recipe.
Ingredients
- Premade 9” Pie Crust, unbaked
- Cream Cheese, softened at room temperature
- Brown Sugar, packed
- Large Eggs
- Half and Half
- All Purpose Flour
- Ground Cinnamon
- Vanilla Extract
- Salt
- Powdered Sugar (for serving)
From the full recipe and ingredients, scroll to the bottom of the post for the recipe card.
Variations
- Homemade pie crust – For the sake of time, we used a store bought pie crust. However, feel free to use homemade pie dough if you prefer.
- Graham Cracker Pie Crust – Substitute a graham cracker pie crust this for the traditional pie crust. It is another great option with the rich cinnamon pie filling.
- Spices – For added warm flavor, feel free to add a touch of nutmeg. A teaspoon of nutmeg the perfect amount to add.
How to make cinnamon pie
Step 1. Preheat the oven. Then place the pre-made pie shell in a 9 inch pie plate. Crimp the edges of the pie crust and place it in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
Step 2. Combine the brown sugar and cream cheese until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 3. Then beat in the eggs, one at a time until all are combined.
Step 4. Combine the mixture together.
Step 5. Gradually add the remaining ingredients.
Step 6. Mix on low speed until the mixture is combined and smooth.
Step 7. Pour the filling into the pie crust and bake the pie. The center will still be jiggly, but it will continue to set as the pie cools.
Step 8. Allow to cool. When you are ready to serve, dust the top of the pie with the powdered sugar.
Tips and Tricks
- Room Temperature Ingredients – The cream cheese should be softened at room temperature. It will be easier to blend and have a creamier texture. The eggs should also be room temperature.
- It is better the next day – We think this perfect cinnamon pie recipe is actually better the next day. Try making it the day before you need it.
- Combining Ingredients – We recommend mixing the ingredients with electric mixer in a large bowl. You can also use a stand mixer.
- Allow the pie to set – It needs at least 2 hours but 4 is ideal to set. Don’t skip this or the pie will not have the desired texture or outcome.
- Don’t overbake the pie – The pie will be jiggly but resist the urge to continue baking it. The pie will continue to set as it chills. Overbaking the pie will make it rubbery.
Toppings
My favorite combination is a sprinkle of powdered sugar, dollop of whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon on top. Not only does it look pretty but it tastes really delicious.
Each bite is simply amazing. I love to enjoy a big slice of pie with a cup of hot coffee. I like to serve this pie for Christmas dinner and Thanksgiving with all of these toppings.
- Homemade Whipped Cream Recipe
- Powdered Sugar
- Sprinkle of Cinnamon
- No Churn Vanilla Ice Cream
- Homemade Hot Fudge Sauce
- Easy Homemade Caramel Sauce Recipe
Frequently Asked Questions
Refrigerate any leftover pie covered for up to 5 days.
Allow the pie to cool completely. Cover in plastic wrap. Place inside a freezer safe container or bag. The pie can be frozen up to 2 months. This is so convenient if you need to make several pies. This recipe freezes really well. When ready to serve pie, thaw in the fridge overnight.
This pie can easily be made the night before serving or up to 2 days in advance. This is a great way to ensure the pie has sufficient time to set. I actually prefer to make this ahead of time.
More Cinnamon Desserts
More Easy Pie Recipes
- Easy Pecan Pie Recipe
- Dulce De Leche Pumpkin Pie
- Butternut Squash pie recipe
- Butterscotch Pie
- Mincemeat Pie
- Best Sprite Pie Recipe
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Cinnamon Pie
Ingredients
- 1 Premade 9” Pie Crust unbaked
- 8 oz Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
- 1 cup Brown Sugar packed
- 3 Large Eggs
- 1 1/4 cup Half and Half
- 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour
- 3 Tablespoons Ground Cinnamon
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- Powdered Sugar for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place the pre-made pie crust in a 9 inch pie pan. Crimp the edges of the pie crust and place it in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Beat together the brown sugar and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
- Then beat in the eggs, one at a time until all are combined. Then on low speed, mix in the half and half, flour, cinnamon, vanilla extract and salt until the mixture is combined and smooth.
- Pour the cinnamon filling into the pie crust. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the edges are set. The center will still be jiggly but it will continue to set as the pie cools.
- Let the pie cool completely at room temperature. Then cover the pie and chill for at least 2-4 hours. When you are ready to serve, let the pie sit at room temperature for 1 hour.
- Dust the top of the pie with the powdered sugar, then the pie is ready to slice, serve and enjoy!
