Classic Pumpkin Pie Recipe Without Evaporated Milk
Natalie Booras
This recipe ditches the evaporated milk for a more decadent, creamier twist created by using heavy whipping cream. It gives the filling an indulgent, creamy texture that pairs perfectly with the pumpkin puree and warm spices. But don't worry! It has all the flavor of a traditional pumpkin pie.
15ozcan regular canned pumpkin pureenot pumpkin pie filling
2large eggs
¼cupbrown sugar
¼cupgranulated sugar
1cupheavy cream
2teaspoonsvanilla
2teaspoonscinnamon
½teaspoonginger
¼teaspoonnutmeg
¼teaspoonground cloves
1Tablespoonflour
½teaspoonKosher salt
Instructions
Step 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove the pie crust from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature for easier unrolling.
Step 2. Remove eggs and cream from the refrigerator and let them come to room temperature while preparing the crust.
Step 3. Unroll the pie crust, and dust each side very lightly with a small amount of flour (about 1 or 2 teaspoons)—press the crust in a 9-inch pie plate, folding excess under to form an edge. Chill in the refrigerator while making the filling.
Step 4. In a large bowl, whisk together canned pumpkin, eggs, both sugars, heavy cream, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, flour, and salt until smooth.
Step 5. Remove the prepared crust from the fridge and pour the filling into the pie crust. Place the pie on a sheet pan.
Step 6. Bake for about 45 minutes or until (a 2-3" circle) in the center of the pie is still a bit jiggly when you gently shake the pan. At this point, it is important not to overbake the pie. 5. Turn the oven off and leave the oven door open for about 10-15 minutes. The pie will continue to bake gently, but this will help with the filling not pulling away from the sides of the crust as it cools and will also help the pie not to crack.
Step 7. Remove the pie from the oven and cool on a wire cooling rack.
Step 8. Serve with homemade whipped cream or cool whip.
Notes
Storage and Freezing
While pumpkin pie is better enjoyed fresh, this recipe can be made a day in advance. Cover the pie with plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 or 4 days.This pie can be frozen for up to 2 months. Place the pie into a freezer bag and then wrap it with foil for extra protection. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.