Pumpkin Spice Custard
Indulge in the quintessential flavors of the season with this pumpkin spice custard. Each spoonful is a creamy dream, swirling with the festive spices that define holiday desserts. It's a simple, elegant finale to any celebratory meal.
Ingredients
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 5 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a saucepan, combine cream, pumpkin puree, and sugar. Cook over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, beat eggs, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually whisk the hot pumpkin mixture into the egg mixture.
- Pour the custard through a strainer into ramekins.
- Place ramekins in a baking dish and fill the dish with boiling water halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the custards are set.
- Cool and then chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving, adorned with a sprinkle of spice or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra festive touch.