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Pumpkin Pecan Custard

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This Pumpkin Pecan Custard is a crustless twist on classic pumpkin pie — rich, velvety pumpkin custard topped with a buttery, crunchy pecan streusel. It’s cozy, festive, and perfect for fall gatherings or make-ahead holiday desserts.

Ingredients

Custard:

3 large eggs

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Pinch of ground cloves

1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree

1 can (12 oz / 354 ml) evaporated milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

Topping / Streusel:

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

2 tablespoons cold butter, cubed

1/3 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease six 6-ounce ramekins and place them on a baking sheet.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, pumpkin puree, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  3. Gradually whisk in evaporated milk until the mixture is fully blended and creamy.
  4. Pour custard evenly into the prepared ramekins and bake for 20 minutes.
  5. While baking, prepare the streusel: in a small bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter until coarse crumbs form, then stir in chopped pecans.
  6. After the first 20 minutes, remove ramekins and sprinkle streusel evenly on top of each custard.
  7. Return to the oven and bake another 15–20 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
  8. Cool for 10 minutes, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving to allow the custard to fully set.

Notes

For extra creaminess, bake the custards in a water bath.

Replace evaporated milk with coconut milk for a dairy-free version.

Use walnuts or sunflower seeds instead of pecans for a nut-free option.

Top with whipped cream or caramel sauce for added indulgence.

Chill before serving for a firm texture, or serve slightly warm for a pudding-like feel.

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