If you love pumpkin pie but want something a little different (and healthier!), then you will love these Keto Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes. They have all the creamy pumpkin-spice filling you crave in easy-to-make individual portions. And they taste so good with a dollop of whipped cream!
I love making a classic keto pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving. Along with keto pecan pie, it is the star of my holiday table. But I often find myself eager for those flavors well ahead of the holidays. And these little mini crustless pumpkin pies are the perfect solution.
I first created these years ago when I needed a low carb alternative to sugary Thanksgiving desserts. And they became an instant keeper – one of those recipes I look forward to making every fall. Even my non-keto friends can hardly believe they’re sugar-free.
They have a lovely custard-like texture and the perfect balance of pumpkin and warm spices. And the batter takes just moments to make. The centers do sink a little as they cool, which makes the perfect indentation for a spoonful of airy whipped cream.
What readers are saying
“Phenomenal! I shall never miss pumpkin pie again! Tastes like the real thing, without the crust with whipped cream on top. And so easy to make. If I can get this recipe 10 stars, I would . I will make these often throughout the year and for Thanksgiving! thank you for your recipe!” — Diana
Why you will love these
- Easy to make: These cupcakes take only about 10 minutes of active time, with no special ingredients or equipment.
- Creamy texture: Don’t expect these to be like regular cupcakes! They are much more like the center of a custard pie.
- Heavenly flavor: They have all the classic pumpkin pie flavor.
- Make ahead recipe: You can easily make them ahead and refrigerate for freeze until you’re ready to serve.
- Low carb dessert: They have only 2.9 grams net carbs per cupcake. They are also gluten-free and nut-free!
Ingredient Notes
- Pumpkin puree: Chose a thicker pumpkin puree. Canned pumpkin is usually quite thick and needs to scooped, which is perfect.
- Pumpkin pie spice: You can use a pre-made spice mix, or you can make your own with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Sweetener: I recommend a brown sugar substitute for more classic pumpkin pie flavor.
- Coconut flour: This helps balance the moisture from the pumpkin.
- Heavy whipping cream: You can substitute with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
- Kitchen staples: Egg, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
Overview: How to Make This Recipe
- Combine the wet ingredients: Whisk the pumpkin, sweetener, cream, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients: Whisk in the coconut flour, pumpkin pie spice, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
- Bake the cupcakes: Divide the batter into 6 muffin cups and bake until just puffed and barely set.
- Cool: Let the muffins cool in the pan and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.
Tips for Success
Don’t expect these to be like regular cupcakes. While most of my readers adore this recipe, some were surprised to find them very un-cake like. But this is how they are supposed to be!
If you have them, I recommend using silicone cupcake liners. I have made these with both silicone and parchment, and they do have a tendency to stick a bit to parchment paper.
If your pumpkin puree is very thin and watery, you will probably need to add more coconut flour to dry it out.
The muffins will sink once cooled and that’s okay. All the better for plopping your whipped cream on top. Keto pumpkin pie heaven!
Frequently Asked Questions
Canned pumpkin puree has 12g of carbs and 4g of fiber per half cup serving. While it’s not the lowest carb option, it can be consumed on a keto diet in small quantities. This keto pumpkin cupcake recipe uses only 3/4 cup spread out over 6 servings, so it’s very keto-friendly.
These muffins freeze very well so go ahead and make a big batch. Let the muffins cool completely and then place in an airtight container or freezer bag. They will last up to 4 months.
This keto keto pumpkin pie muffin recipe has 5.1g of carbs and 2.2g of fiber per serving. That comes to 2.9g net carbs per muffin.
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Keto Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/3 cup brown sugar replacement
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 3 tbsp coconut flour
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- Pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF and line 6 muffin cups with silicone or parchment liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, sweetener, cream, egg, and vanilla until well combined.
- All at once, add the dry ingredients and whisk until smooth. If the batter is very thin (liquidy), add another few teaspoons of coconut flour.
- Divide among prepared muffin cups and bake 25 to 30 minutes, until just puffed and barely set. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Dollop whipped cream generously on top.
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Nutritional Disclaimer
Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.
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Really good. I’m glad I found these. I ever used paper liners because it’s all that I had on hand. Now going to buy silicon.
So glad you liked them!
Hi do you have the recipe for the pumpkin whipped topping
It’s just whipped cream. Put about 1/2 cup cream in a bowl, add powdered sweetener to taste (I usually do a few tbsp) and whip until stiff peaks.
Hi Carolyn, in the picture ,did you sprinkle pumpkin spice on top?
I made sugar free cream cheese pudding and heavy whipping cream frosting! EXCELLENT,
Thank you! Will continue to follow you!
I just did a little cinnamon on top.
What type of whipped cream for topping? These looks amazing! Sugar free land O lakes or homemade?
Always always homemade. It can’t be beat.
So delicious and just what I’ve been craving! Thank you
These sound great. Right now I’m making fresh pumpkin pie from pumpkin I grew and I’m wondering can I freeze these little goodies I don’t want to eat them all myself at one time and I’m sure my husband will say they don’t taste right because there kiddo I little car
I am sure you can freeze them.
These are wonderful. My entire family love them. Followed the recipe exactly and I wouldn’t change a thing. Thank you so much for sharing this treasure.
Wonderful to hear, Karen!
6 regular sized muffins or mini-muffin ?
Regular. I would specify mini if I meant for you to use mini muffin pans.
These look fantastic! Wish I had one with my morning coffee. ????
Any recommendations for a dairy free substitute for the heavy cream? I’d like to make these for a friend but she’s dairy free while breastfeeding, it’s been so hard for her it’ll be nice to have something she can eat 🙂
I qould like to know alsi. Will try coconut milk with a littke xanthan gum to thicjen . Wish ne luck
How did it turn out?
So yummy! Need to try these soon!
Let me know what you think if you do!
These pie cupcakes look so tasty! I can’t wait to make a batch!
Thanks so much!
I am sending this to all my KETO loving friends! Looks amazing!
Thanks, I hope you do! 🙂 I’d love the referrals.
I’m always looking for more keto recipes and these cupcakes sound perfect!
it makes 6 servings? I’ll need to make these when more people are at home otherwise I’ll eat them all in one sitting and get myself in a pumpkin cupcake food coma. I’ll probably try this recipe out within the next few days, thank you
Yes, one per serving. They are quite light in calories but not quite light enough in carbs for you to eat a whole pan! 😉
Carolyn, this is my moms favorite. She is gluten intolerant and lives in a nursing home now. Last fall, I started bringing these to her, and I kept having to make them and make them. She was eating them for breakfast AND dessert! Thank you so much for helping her feel happy!
I am so happy to hear that, Sarah. Glad she likes them! Send her my best.
My daughter is dairy free…could I substitute almond or cashew milk for the heavy cream?