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A piece of pumpkin pie on a white plate with a dollop of whipped cream on top.

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.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 293 kcal

Equipment

  • 9 “ pie plate
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 1 package refrigerated pie crust
  • 15 oz can regular canned pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 Tablespoon flour
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher 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.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 293kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 263mgPotassium: 188mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 8771IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 2mg
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