Description
Pumpkin Creme Brulee is a seasonal treat that beautifully combines the rich, creamy texture of traditional creme brulee with the warm, inviting flavors of pumpkin pie. This luscious dessert features a velvety custard infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, all crowned by a perfectly caramelized sugar crust. Perfect for fall gatherings or special occasions, this easy-to-follow recipe allows even novice cooks to impress their guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for caramelizing)
- 5 egg yolks
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and arrange ramekins in a larger baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together heavy cream, pumpkin puree, sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into ramekins until three-quarters full.
- Fill the baking pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least two hours.
- Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until golden.
Notes
For an ultra-smooth texture, strain your mixture before pouring it into ramekins.
You can customize flavors by adding ginger or adjusting spice levels according to taste.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ramekin (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 215mg