Maple Pumpkin Pots de Crème

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Maple Pumpkin Pots de Crème
180 min.
10
200kcal

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Indulge your senses this fall with our delightful Maple Pumpkin Pots de Crème, a velvety dessert that captures the essence of the season in every bite. This exquisite treat harmoniously combines the rich, comforting flavors of pumpkin with the warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, all beautifully enhanced by the natural sweetness of pure maple syrup. Perfectly velvety and decadently creamy, these pots de crème are not just a dessert; they are an experience to be savored and shared.

Whether you're planning a festive gathering or simply want to treat yourself and your loved ones to something special, this recipe is sure to impress. Easy to make and gluten-free, these pots de crème cater to a variety of dietary preferences while still providing the rich flavors everyone craves. Plus, with only 200 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free!

Designed to serve ten, these delightful custards are baked in a gentle water bath to ensure the perfect consistency, resulting in a creamy, luscious dessert that sets beautifully. They are best prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the moments leading up to your event without the last-minute rush. So, roll up your sleeves and embark on this journey of flavors. Your guests will be singing your praises long after the last spoonful!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  • large egg yolk 
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.8 cup maple syrup pure
  • 0.1 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin puree canned
  • 0.8 cup milk whole

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • sieve
  • aluminum foil
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Whisk together cream, milk, syrup, and pumpkin in a heavy saucepan and bring just to a simmer over moderate heat.
  3. Whisk together yolks, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Add hot pumpkin mixture to yolks in a slow stream, whisking constantly.
  5. Pour custard through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup, then divide among custard cups (you may have some custard left over, depending on size of cups).
  6. Bake custards in a hot water bath, pan covered tightly with foil, in middle of oven until a knife inserted in center of a custard comes out clean, 35 to 40 minutes.
  7. Transfer custards to a rack to cool completely. Chill, covered, until cold, at least 2 hours.
  8. * Available at some cookware stores and Sur La Table (800-243-0852).

Nutrition Facts

Calories200kcal
Protein6.56%
Fat55.17%
Carbs38.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.95
Glycemic Load
6.27
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.2873912660972%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:199.97kcal
10%
Fat:12.38g
19.04%
Saturated Fat:6.98g
43.6%
Carbohydrates:19.31g
6.44%
Net Carbohydrates:18.9g
6.87%
Sugar:16.53g
18.36%
Cholesterol:157.61mg
52.54%
Sodium:50.96mg
2.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.31g
6.62%
Vitamin A:2457.89IU
49.16%
Manganese:0.6mg
29.97%
Vitamin B2:0.45mg
26.25%
Selenium:7.78µg
11.11%
Calcium:84.14mg
8.41%
Phosphorus:83.1mg
8.31%
Vitamin D:1.22µg
8.16%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.15%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.34%
Folate:19.82µg
4.96%
Vitamin E:0.67mg
4.45%
Potassium:143.13mg
4.09%
Zinc:0.6mg
3.99%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.66%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.41%
Magnesium:12.45mg
3.11%
Iron:0.55mg
3.08%
Vitamin K:2.89µg
2.75%
Fiber:0.41g
1.65%
Copper:0.03mg
1.28%
Source:Epicurious