Make sure all ingredients are room temperature before you start. 2. Beat all of the ingredients minus the eggs and pumpkin puree until perfectly smooth. Then gently add the eggs, so you incorporate as little air as possible. After pouring the batter into the crust, tap it gently to get as many air bubbles out as possible. 3. Use a bain-marie or water bath, so it cooks evenly. 4. If all else fails, cover the cracks with a delicious sauce.