Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée, a delightful dessert that embodies the essence of fall. This creamy custard is made with real pumpkin and infused with a blend of warm spices, creating a rich and comforting treat. The crowning glory is a perfectly caramelized sugar crust that adds a satisfying crunch to each spoonful. Served in charming mini pumpkins, this elegant dessert is perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or simply treating yourself to something special. With easy-to-follow instructions and versatile options for customization, you’ll impress your guests while enjoying every decadent bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
- 5 egg yolks
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (plus more for topping)
- ⅔ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- tiny pinch ground cloves
- 3–4 small-medium pumpkins (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Hollow out mini pumpkins by cutting off the tops and removing seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, heat heavy cream and vanilla until warm.
- Whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar together until thickened.
- Gradually combine the warm cream mixture with the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and spices until well mixed.
- Pour custard into hollowed pumpkins.
- Bake in a water bath for 65 minutes or until set but jiggly.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 3 hours.
- Just before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider topping with freshly whipped cream or spiced nuts. Experiment with different spices to customize your flavor profile.