These velvety toasted pumpkin custard cups are a delightful pumpkin dessert that captures the essence of fall. Perfect for Thanksgiving, this easy recipe combines rich pumpkin puree with warm spices for a comforting treat.
Ideal for those looking for simple yet impressive Thanksgiving dessert ideas, these custard cups are a must-try for your fall baking recipes. Enjoy them as a sweet finish to your meal or simply to eat dessert anytime.
Easy Pumpkin Custard Recipe
This pumpkin custard features a smooth and creamy texture, enhanced by toasting the pumpkin for deeper flavor. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the Custard Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, heavy cream, milk, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth.
- Fill the Cups: Pour the custard mixture into individual ramekins or custard cups, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Place the filled cups in a baking dish and add hot water to the dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the cups. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the custard is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool: Remove the custard cups from the water bath and let them cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds if desired, and enjoy your delicious pumpkin custard cups.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 cups
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
