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Pumpkin Custard

Silky Smooth Pumpkin Custard: 6 Reasons to Love It


  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This silky smooth Pumpkin Custard recipe is an easy fall dessert packed with warm spices and rich pumpkin flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ¾ cups pumpkin puree
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F and grease 6 ramekins or a medium baking dish. Place them in a roasting pan to prepare for a water bath.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and salt until smooth.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream until fully blended and the mixture is silky.
  4. Pour the custard evenly into the ramekins. Fill the roasting pan with hot water halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
  5. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes until the custard is just set and the centers are slightly wobbly.
  6. Remove from the water bath and let cool to room temperature. Chill for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Perfect for Thanksgiving or cozy nights in.
  • This is a crustless pumpkin pie alternative.
  • Make ahead for entertaining.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 to 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: pumpkin custard, crustless pumpkin pie, fall dessert, easy pumpkin dessert, Thanksgiving custard