Making pumpkin pie with sweetened condensed milk is simple and yields a beautiful, heavenly dessert. This one has a touch of eggnog too, making it perfect for the holidays!
Separate 1 egg white from the yolk. Brush egg white over pie crust to create a seal, then add both the yolk and remaining egg white to a large bowl along with another egg, pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, salt, pepper, and eggnog liqueur (optional). Whisk to combine.
Carefully pour pumpkin pie mixture into pie crust, place on a baking sheet, then add to a peated oven and bake for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 325F and bake an additional 35 minutes, or until pie has set.
Allow pie to cool on a wire rack for a minimum of two hours before serving.
Notes
You can check to see if the pie has set by inserting a toothpick or knife into the center. If it comes out clean, it's ready! If any liquid clings to it, add an additional 5 minutes, then try again and repeat until set. It's normal for the center of the pie to have a slight jiggle - it will firm up as it cools.
This recipe yields enough pumpkin mixture to fill a deep-dish crust. The first time I made it, I used a regular pie crust and ended up with a little extra. If this happens, you can pour it into a ramekin and bake alongside the pie so it doesn't go to waste.
The crust shouldn't burn if you follow the instructions properly, but you can use a pie crust shield or aluminum foil to protect it, if desired.
Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours before transferring it to the fridge, as this will help minimize condensation and prevent it from having a gummy texture.
For the best flavor, allow the pumpkin pie to chill in the fridge overnight.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.