Description
Fall flavors shine in this Pumpkin Custard, a simple yet luxurious dessert that brings the warmth of pumpkin spice without the fuss of a crust. It’s the silky-smooth answer to pumpkin pie cravings, perfect for a quick breakfast treat, a healthy snack, or an elegant dinner dessert idea. Whether served warm or chilled, this easy recipe delivers comforting, cozy flavor with minimal effort. Ideal for autumn entertaining, or just curling up with a spoon and your favorite blanket.
Ingredients
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and place 4–6 ramekins in a large baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Add heavy cream, milk, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Stir until well combined.
4. Pour the custard mixture evenly into ramekins.
5. Fill the baking dish with hot water until halfway up the ramekins.
6. Bake for 35–40 minutes until centers are set and a knife comes out mostly clean.
7. Cool in water bath for 10 minutes before removing.
8. Serve warm or chill in fridge before serving. Top with whipped cream and cinnamon if desired.
Notes
For best texture, don’t overbake—custard should still have a slight jiggle.
You can make this a day ahead; chilling deepens the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 custard
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: pumpkin custard, fall dessert, easy pumpkin recipe, healthy snack, quick breakfast