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Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée

Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Spice Crème Brûlée, a luscious dessert that combines creamy pumpkin custard with warm spices. Served in charming mini pumpkins, this dish not only captivates the eyes but also tantalizes the taste buds. The rich custard is topped with a perfectly caramelized sugar shell that adds an irresistible crunch, making it the ideal treat for gatherings, holidays, or cozy evenings at home. With straightforward instructions and easy-to-find ingredients, you can create a gourmet experience that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.

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 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • tiny pinch ground cloves
  • 34 small-medium pumpkins (5 ½ inches wide 3 inches tall, washed, tops cut off, hollowed out)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Wash and hollow out mini pumpkins.
  2. Whisk egg yolks and sugar together until smooth. In another bowl, combine cream, vanilla, pumpkin puree, salt, and spices.
  3. Gradually mix the cream into the yolk mixture while whisking continuously.
  4. Pour custard into hollowed pumpkins placed in a baking dish filled with water halfway up their sides.
  5. Bake for about 65 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
  6. Before serving, sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until golden brown.

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