Description
This Crustless Pumpkin Pie is a delightful, dairy-free dessert featuring creamy pumpkin custard infused with traditional pumpkin pie spices, lemon zest, and vanilla. Baked in individual ramekins, this recipe offers a smooth texture without a crust, making it a lighter yet flavorful treat perfect for the fall season or any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
Custard Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce cans pumpkin puree
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat canned)
- ¾ cup pure maple syrup (I use Wholesome Yum Keto Maple Syrup)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
To Serve
- Dairy-free whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the custards.
- Mix the custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, full-fat canned coconut milk, pure maple syrup, eggs, pumpkin pie spice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and a pinch of sea salt until the mixture is smooth with no lumps visible.
- Portion into ramekins: Evenly distribute the custard mixture into ten 4-ounce ramekins placed on a baking sheet to catch any spills.
- Bake the custards: Place the baking sheet with ramekins in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes. The custards are done when they jiggle slightly in the center upon removal from the oven.
- Cool and refrigerate: Allow the custards to cool to room temperature, then transfer them to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour to set properly.
- Serve: Optionally, top with dairy-free whipped cream before serving for an extra creamy touch.
Notes
- This recipe has been slightly modified with permission from Danielle Walker’s cookbook, Make It Easy.
- For best results, use full-fat canned coconut milk for creaminess and texture.
- Use pure maple syrup or a keto-friendly alternative to maintain natural sweetness.
- Allow custards to cool completely before refrigeration to prevent condensation and maintain texture.
- Individual portions make for easy serving and attractive presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin
- Calories: 124.5 kcal
- Sugar: 3.5 g
- Sodium: 63.5 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 111.5 mg
