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Pumpkin Crème Brûlée

Creamy Pumpkin Crème Brûlée for an Unforgettable Fall Treat

Experience the warm, spiced goodness of Pumpkin Crème Brûlée, the perfect fall dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 6 ramekins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 2 cups heavy cream provides a rich and silky texture
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree use 100% pure pumpkin
  • 6 large egg yolks don't substitute with whole eggs
  • ½ cup granulated sugar sweetens the mixture
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract enhances the flavor
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth and depth
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg complements the pumpkin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger creates layers of flavor
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
For the Topping
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar for topping superfine sugar for quick caramelization

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • Ramekins
  • Baking Dish
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pumpkin Crème Brûlée
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Combine 2 cups of heavy cream with 1 cup of pumpkin puree in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until it simmers. Remove from heat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 6 large egg yolks, ½ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, and ¼ teaspoon salt until smooth.
  4. Slowly pour the warm pumpkin cream into the egg yolk mixture while whisking constantly until fully combined.
  5. Strain the custard mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl.
  6. Divide the custard mixture among six ramekins, filling each about three-quarters full. Place ramekins in a baking dish and fill with hot water until halfway up the sides.
  7. Bake for 30–35 minutes in the preheated oven until edges are set and centers are slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool ramekins at room temperature for 30 minutes, then cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  9. Before serving, sprinkle a thin layer of granulated sugar over each custard and caramelize with a kitchen torch.
  10. Allow the caramelized sugar to harden for a minute, then serve your Pumpkin Crème Brûlée.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ramekinCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5000IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Watch the baking time to avoid a rubbery texture.

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