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Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée

Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of autumn with this Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée. This elegant dessert combines a rich custard made from real pumpkin puree and warm spices, all topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar shell. Served in charming mini pumpkins, it’s not only delicious but also visually stunning, making it an ideal centerpiece for your fall gatherings. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy family dinner or celebrating with friends during the holiday season, this creamy treat is sure to impress everyone at the table. Easy to make yet sophisticated enough for special occasions, this Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée will quickly become a seasonal favorite that captures the essence of fall in every spoonful.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 5 egg yolks
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar (more for topping)
  • ⅔ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • tiny pinch ground cloves
  • 3–4 small-medium pumpkins

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). In a saucepan, heat heavy cream and vanilla bean paste until simmering.
  2. Whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar in a bowl until pale and thickened.
  3. Gradually incorporate the cream mixture into the egg yolk mixture while whisking continuously.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree and spices until well combined.
  5. Pour the custard into hollowed-out mini pumpkins placed in a baking dish filled with hot water.
  6. Bake for 60-65 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
  7. Just before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch.

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