Green Chile Pumpkin Pie

Green Chile Pumpkin Pie

By · 3rd-gen Hatch Chile farmer; family matriarch — Published · Updated
Prep 10 min Cook 35 min Total 45 min Serves 8 Difficulty Easy 340 Cal Heat Medium 4.8 (51) Jump to recipe

Ever wanted to use authentic Roasted Hatch Green Chile in a dessert? Try this Green Chile Pumpkin Pie for a delicious blend of spicy and sweet that'll have everyone talking about your baking skills.

There's something special about fall here in New Mexico—when the harvest is in and families are gathering around the table, sharing recipes that have been perfected over generations. This Green Chile Pumpkin Pie is one of those recipes that might sound a little unexpected at first, but once you taste it, you'll understand why it's become a cherished tradition in so many homes around here.

The combination of creamy pumpkin and roasted Hatch Green Chile might seem bold, but it's absolutely magic. The warmth of the cinnamon and nutmeg plays beautifully with that subtle chile heat, creating a dessert that's sophisticated and comforting all at once. It's the kind of pie that makes people pause mid-bite and ask, "What is that flavor?" This is our way of honoring the harvest season while celebrating what makes New Mexican cooking so wonderfully unique.

The recipe

Green Chile Pumpkin Pie

4.8 from 51 reviews
  • Prep10 min
  • Cook35 min
  • Total45 min
  • Yield8
  • Calories340
Easymedium heat
Made with Pure Hatch Green Chile — grown in the Hatch Valley.

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend Roasted Hatch Green Chile, pumpkin, eggs, sugar, cream, spices, and vanilla together and mix well
  3. Pour mixture over pie crust
  4. Bake for 35 minutes or until pumpkin is firm
  5. Let cool for about 30 minutes
  6. Top with a dollop of whipped cream and a pinch of roasted almond slivers if desired

Pantry

Shop the chile used in this recipe

Roasted Hatch Chile (Frozen)

$75.00

Hatch New Mexico Green Chile Powder

$9.99

Freeze Dried Chopped Hatch Green Chile

$14.99

Frequently asked questions

Does green chile pumpkin pie taste spicy?
It has a gentle, sophisticated warmth rather than real heat. The roasted Hatch green chile adds a subtle smoky note that plays against the cinnamon and nutmeg, deepening the classic pumpkin flavor. Most people pause mid-bite and ask what the mystery flavor is. Use mild or medium chile to keep it balanced and dessert-friendly.
How much green chile do you put in pumpkin pie?
A modest amount is all you need: enough roasted, finely chopped Hatch green chile to thread smoky warmth through the filling without overpowering the pumpkin. Blend it right into the pumpkin, eggs, sugar, cream, and spices so it distributes evenly. Start light, taste the filling before baking, and adjust to your heat preference.
Can I make green chile pumpkin pie ahead for the holidays?
Yes. Like most pumpkin pies, it's excellent made a day ahead. Bake until the filling is set with a slight jiggle in the center, cool completely, then refrigerate overnight. The flavors settle and the smoky chile melds with the spices. Top with whipped cream and a few roasted almond slivers just before serving.
Where can I buy Hatch green chile for pumpkin pie?
You can order Roasted Hatch Green Chile shipped from our family farm in the Hatch Valley. Mild or medium roasted chile is perfect for desserts, bringing smoky depth without too much heat. Hatch green chile powder also works beautifully whisked into the filling when you want flavor without any chunks.

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