Description
A cozy dessert that combines the natural sweetness of pumpkin with warm spices, creating a smooth, custard-like consistency perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, milk, heavy cream, sugar, eggs, and spices. Whisk until creamy.
- Lightly grease a baking dish or individual ramekins.
- Pour the custard mixture into the prepared dish.
- Place the baking dish in a larger one filled with hot water, creating a water bath.
- Bake for about 40 to 50 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
Top with whipped cream, extra cinnamon, or caramel sauce for added flavor. Consider crushed nuts for texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg