Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Pumpkin Crème Brûlée, a luxurious dessert that embodies the essence of fall in every spoonful. This creamy custard, infused with warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, delivers a delightful autumn experience. Whether you serve it in charming mini pumpkins or traditional ramekins, this elegant treat is sure to impress your guests and elevate any dining occasion. Its decadent texture, complete with a crispy caramelized sugar topping, makes it perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy dinners alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 mini pumpkins or ramekins
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Place ramekins or mini pumpkins in a baking dish and fill with hot water halfway up the sides.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale. In another bowl, combine cream, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, spices, and salt.
- Gradually add the cream mixture to the egg mixture while whisking continuously until smooth.
- Pour custard into ramekins or pumpkins, filling them three-quarters full.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until edges are set; center should jiggle slightly.
- Cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- To serve, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with a kitchen torch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 205mg