Description
Pumpkin Crème Brûlée is a luscious fall-inspired dessert that brings the essence of autumn to your table. This creamy custard, infused with rich pumpkin puree and warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, is topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar crust, creating a delightful contrast in texture that will leave your guests enchanted. Whether served in charming individual ramekins or mini pumpkins for a festive touch, this elegant dessert is ideal for Thanksgiving celebrations, dinner parties, or cozy evenings at home. Easy to make yet sophisticated in flavor and presentation, Pumpkin Crème Brûlée is sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- Mini pumpkins or ramekins
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 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 your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- If using mini pumpkins, cut off the tops and scoop out the seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together heavy cream and granulated sugar until smooth. Gradually blend in egg yolks, followed by vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.
- Pour the mixture into prepared containers about three-quarters full.
- Place the filled containers in a baking dish and add hot water halfway up their sides for a gentle cooking method.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes until set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
- When ready to serve, sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 180mg