Pumpkin and Brown-Sugar Crème Brûlée

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
4%
Pumpkin and Brown-Sugar Crème Brûlée
45 min.
8
453kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Pumpkin and Brown-Sugar Crème Brûlée, a dessert that perfectly marries the warm, comforting flavors of fall with the elegance of a classic French treat. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only a feast for the senses but also a delightful way to impress your guests at any gathering. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning dessert that serves eight, making it ideal for family dinners or festive occasions.

Imagine the smooth, velvety texture of pumpkin custard, infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, all topped with a perfectly caramelized layer of brown sugar. The contrast between the creamy custard and the crunchy sugar crust is simply irresistible. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of sweetness and warmth, making it a comforting side dish that can easily steal the spotlight at your table.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself to a luxurious dessert, this Pumpkin and Brown-Sugar Crème Brûlée is sure to satisfy your cravings. Plus, with the option to prepare it ahead of time, you can enjoy the company of your loved ones without the stress of last-minute preparations. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce pumpkin pure canned
  • large egg yolks 
  • tablespoons brown sugar raw
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cardamom 
  • teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • cups heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • ramekin
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Whisk pumpkin, 1/2cup sugar, and 1/2 cup brown sugar in largebowl.
  3. Whisk in egg yolks and vanilla, thenspices and salt. Bring cream just to boil inmedium saucepan. Gradually whisk hotcream into pumpkin mixture.
  4. Divide mixture among eight 5x1-inchramekins. Divide ramekins between 2 largeroasting pans.
  5. Add enough hot water topans to come halfway up sides of ramekins.
  6. Bake until custards are just set in center,about 35 minutes. Chill custards until cold,about 6 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2days ahead. Cover and keep chilled.
  7. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon raw sugar overpumpkin custard in each ramekin. Usingkitchen torch, melt sugar until deep amber.(Alternatively, use broiler.
  8. Place ramekinson rimmed baking sheet.
  9. Sprinkle topswith brown sugar [not raw sugar] and meltdirectly under broiler until deep amber.)Refrigerate 15 minutes to allow sugar toharden. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 hourahead. Keep chilled.
  10. This recipe can also bemade using 3-inch-diameter ramekinswith 1 1/4-inch-high sides.
  11. Bake for about 50 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories453kcal
Protein4.18%
Fat68.34%
Carbs27.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.89
Glycemic Load
8.74
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
11.372173926105%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:453.49kcal
22.67%
Fat:35.25g
54.22%
Saturated Fat:21.63g
135.16%
Carbohydrates:31.9g
10.63%
Net Carbohydrates:30.17g
10.97%
Sugar:28.67g
31.85%
Cholesterol:215.6mg
71.87%
Sodium:108.36mg
4.71%
Alcohol:0.34g
100%
Alcohol %:0.24%
100%
Protein:4.85g
9.7%
Vitamin A:9738.93IU
194.78%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.08%
Vitamin D:2µg
13.35%
Selenium:9.07µg
12.96%
Phosphorus:112.75mg
11.28%
Vitamin E:1.67mg
11.13%
Vitamin K:11.6µg
11.05%
Calcium:100.22mg
10.02%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.86%
Vitamin B5:0.78mg
7.75%
Iron:1.25mg
6.96%
Fiber:1.73g
6.91%
Potassium:226.64mg
6.48%
Folate:25.63µg
6.41%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.83%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.21%
Magnesium:20.75mg
5.19%
Copper:0.08mg
4.19%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.78%
Vitamin C:2.82mg
3.41%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.32%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.39%
Source:Epicurious