Dairy-Free Pumpkin Pie IngredientsEggs: Eggs are essential to creating a creamy, dairy-free pumpkin pie filling that properly sets. Canned pumpkin: Be sure to grab canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Be sure to grab canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. If you prefer to make just one pie, you can easily halve this dairy-free pumpkin pie recipe. To ensure your pumpkin pie filling doesn’t crack, don’t overcook the pie and let it cool gently on a rack at room temperature.