Pumpkin-Cream Cheese Napoleons

Health score
8%
Pumpkin-Cream Cheese Napoleons
45 min.
6
563kcal

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Indulge in the exquisite taste of fall with this delectable Pumpkin-Cream Cheese Napoleon recipe! Perfect for those who love a delightful side dish that combines the richness of pumpkin with the creaminess of cheese, this dish is sure to impress your guests. With a prep time of just 45 minutes and serving 6 persons, it's a breeze to whip up for your next gathering. Each serving contains 563 calories, making it a decadent yet balanced treat.

This Pumpkin-Cream Cheese Napoleon is not only a feast for your taste buds but also a visual delight. The layers of flaky puff pastry, pumpkin filling, and whipped cream create a stunning presentation that's hard to resist. The addition of pumpkin pie spice and chopped crystallized ginger as garnishes adds an extra layer of flavor and texture, making it a memorable dish.

To create this heavenly side dish, you'll need a few key ingredients such as pumpkin butter, cream cheese, heavy whipping cream, and pumpkin pie filling. With the help of a baking sheet, oven, and wire rack, you'll be well on your way to crafting these heavenly Napoleons. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking! This Pumpkin-Cream Cheese Napoleon is a must-try for anyone looking to add a touch of elegance and flavor to their table.

Ingredients

  • ounce butternut squash 
  • ounce cream cheese softened
  • teaspoon granulated sugar 
  • cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • 0.3 cup powdered sugar 
  • servings candied ginger chopped
  • sheets puff pastry frozen thawed
  • 0.5 cup pumpkin pie filling/mix 
  • 1.3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • wire rack

Directions

  1. Place puff pastry sheet on floured surface.
  2. Cut into 9 (3-inch) squares.
  3. Place squares on ungreased cookie sheets.
  4. Bake at 400 for 10 minutes or until brown; cool on wire rack.
  5. Combine pumpkin butter and next 4 ingredients; beat until light and fluffy.
  6. Combine cream, vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup powdered sugar in a chilled mixing bowl. Beat until soft peaks form. Set aside 1/2 cup whipped cream and gently fold remaining whipped cream into pumpkin mixture. Cover and chill pumpkin filling at least 1 hour.
  7. Carefully slice 1 pastry square in half to make 2 layers. Spoon about 3 tablespoons filling onto bottom layer; top with the second puff pastry layer. Repeat procedure with remaining pumpkin filling and remaining pastry squares. Chill up to 2 hours. Top each Napoleon with a dollop of reserved whipped cream.
  8. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories563kcal
Protein4.98%
Fat67.55%
Carbs27.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.52
Glycemic Load
11
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.174347711646%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:563.27kcal
28.16%
Fat:43.01g
66.16%
Saturated Fat:20.75g
129.67%
Carbohydrates:39.35g
13.12%
Net Carbohydrates:35.96g
13.08%
Sugar:10.25g
11.39%
Cholesterol:83mg
27.67%
Sodium:280.11mg
12.18%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.15%
100%
Protein:7.13g
14.25%
Vitamin A:7479.62IU
149.59%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.39%
Selenium:14.86µg
21.22%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.49%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.06%
Folate:56.3µg
14.07%
Fiber:3.39g
13.57%
Vitamin C:10.05mg
12.19%
Vitamin B3:2.37mg
11.84%
Phosphorus:112.64mg
11.26%
Vitamin E:1.53mg
10.21%
Calcium:98.64mg
9.86%
Iron:1.75mg
9.72%
Vitamin K:9.22µg
8.78%
Potassium:297.08mg
8.49%
Magnesium:31.42mg
7.85%
Vitamin B5:0.74mg
7.43%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.34%
Copper:0.11mg
5.33%
Zinc:0.64mg
4.24%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.23%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.44%
Source:My Recipes