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Pumpkin Crème Brûlée

Delightful Pumpkin Crème Brûlée for Fall Gatherings

Indulge in Pumpkin Crème Brûlée, a cozy fall dessert that combines pumpkin flavors with warm spices, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 6 mini pumpkins or ramekins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 2 cups heavy cream at least 33% fat
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar extra fine for caramelizing
  • 6 egg yolks avoid whole eggs for smooth texture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract high-quality or vanilla bean paste
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or homemade, not from pumpkin bowls
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger optional
  • a pinch salt balances flavors

Equipment

  • roasting dish
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • blowtorch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare mini pumpkins by cutting the tops off and scooping out the seeds. Rinse inside.
  2. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
  3. Whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar together until pale, about 2 minutes.
  4. Warm heavy cream and vanilla extract in a saucepan over medium heat until steaming.
  5. Slowly whisk warm cream into the egg mixture to temper the eggs.
  6. Return to saucepan, add pumpkin puree, spices, and salt; stir until simmering.
  7. Pour custard mixture into prepared pumpkins or ramekins.
  8. Bake in a water bath for 20–30 minutes until edges are set and centers wobble.
  9. Cool in water bath for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  10. Sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with blowtorch or broil under oven's broiler.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini pumpkin or ramekinCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This Pumpkin Crème Brûlée is a fun and interactive dessert that brings seasonal joy to your table. Perfect for gatherings!

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