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What is a substitute for heavy whipping cream in pumpkin pie? ›

A combination of half-and-half and butter makes the best all-around heavy cream substitute. Both heavy cream and half-and-half are made from cream — the distinction is that half-and-half is a mixture of cream and milk and has about a third as much as fat.

BAKE at 375F for 70-75 minutes or until the crimped edges are a golden brown and the outer edges of the filling have a firm set. Some browning of the filling is normal. The center of the pie filling (the middle 4-5 inches) will still have a soft set and when shaken, will shake like a gelatin consistency.

A classic Fall favorite that starts with a tender golden flaky crust, filled with a lightly spiced pumpkin filling that's full of flavor. Pre-baked and ready to serve!

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As the name suggests, sweetened condensed milk makes the pie sweeter and gives it a denser, creamier texture. Evaporated milk, on the other hand, yields a lighter, airier result. Evaporated milk isn't sweetened either, which is why you can't simply swap one thickener for the other.

Bake the pie until the center is almost set, about 55-60 minutes give or take. A small part of the center will be wobbly—that's ok. After 25 minutes of baking, be sure to cover the edges of the crust with aluminum foil or use a pie crust shield to prevent the edges from getting too brown.

filling: pumpkin, sugar, water, nonfat dry milk, eggs, modified corn starch, spice, soybean oil, salt. crust: enriched wheat flour (wheat flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), soybean oil and hydrogenated soybean oil, water, dextrose, salt, dough conditioner (sodium metabisulfite).

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If the pie jiggles (but doesn't wiggle), then it's done. You should also see that the filling has darkened and the texture of the pie should be a bit puffed up from when you put it in the oven. If you're still uncertain, stick a knife (or a toothpick) in the center and see if it comes out clean.

Is there a difference between pumpkin pie and pumpkin puree? ›

Canned pumpkin and pumpkin puree are the same thing, and you'll often see the terms used interchangeably in recipes and cookbooks. Unlike pumpkin pie mix, canned pumpkin does not have any spices, sugars, or other additives. In many cases, the only ingredient is pumpkin.

Toss the pie if it has a foul smell, looks like it has excessive separation or weeping, or has grown mold. Homemade pie that has been left out for longer than two hours should be thrown away. If you left any pumpkin pie out for too long, don't be tempted to roll the dice.

If a pie contains eggs or dairy products, it should be stored in the refrigerator and not left out at room temperature for more than two hours. Pies that do not contain dairy products, such as fruit pies can be stored, loosely covered at room temperature for up to two days.

Incorporating extra fat into regular milk can make a great substitute for heavy cream. Simply melt unsalted butter, let it cool slightly, and then whisk it into milk, using a ratio of 1 part melted butter to 3 parts milk by volume.

The bottom line is that heavy cream has more than twice the calories and five times the fat content of evaporated milk. The first thing to notice in the label comparison above is that the serving size for heavy cream (1 tablespoon) is half the serving size of evaporated milk (2 tablespoons).

Few ingredients add richness and body to recipes more easily than heavy whipping cream. It's the key to the luscious appeal of many dessert recipes, from custards to whipped cream-topped pies. When it comes to great ways to top desserts, it's hard to beat whipped cream, which is often made from heavy whipping cream.

No milk (except for coconut milk) can replace heavy cream without the addition of a thickener, ideally a fat of some kind. To make a heavy cream substitute with almond milk, we recommend adding soaked nuts or vegan butter, or plain silken tofu to get the right texture.