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Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée

Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée

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Indulge in a cozy fall favorite with this delightful Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée. This dessert perfectly marries the rich creaminess of custard with the warm, inviting flavors of real pumpkin and aromatic spices. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or treating yourself after a long week, this crème brûlée is not only visually stunning when served in mini pumpkins but also an unforgettable experience that will leave everyone wanting more.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 5 egg yolks
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • ⅔ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Tiny pinch ground cloves
  • 34 small-medium pumpkins

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Cut and hollow out small pumpkins.
  2. In a saucepan, warm heavy cream and vanilla bean paste over low heat until hot but not boiling.
  3. Whisk egg yolks and granulated sugar until pale. Gradually mix in the warm cream.
  4. Stir in pumpkin puree and spices until smooth.
  5. Pour custard into hollowed pumpkins, place them in a baking dish with hot water, and bake for about 60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly.
  6. Cool, refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight. Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with a kitchen torch.

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