How to Make Chef John's Pumpkin Creme Brulee - A Step-by-Step Guide

For an indulgent and autumn-inspired dessert, look no further than Chef John's Pumpkin Creme Brulee. This rich and creamy treat combines the beloved flavors of pumpkin and vanilla with the delightful crunch of caramelized sugar on top. It's the perfect way to celebrate the season and impress your guests at any fall gathering.

Creme Brulee, a classic French dessert, is known for its smooth custard base and a crispy, caramelized sugar topping. This version takes it up a notch by incorpo...

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Ingredients

  • 3 egg yolks
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ½ cup white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 7
  • Yield: 7 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Whisk egg yolks and brown sugar together in a large bowl. Stir in heavy cream, pumpkin puree, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Divide pumpkin mixture between seven (5-inch) ramekins about 1/2 inch from the top.
  • Place the ramekins in a baking dish and fill with the baking dish hot water to reach halfway up the sides of the ramekins.
  • Bake in preheated oven until just set, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove ramekins and refrigerate until completely cool, at least 2 hours.
  • Sprinkle about 1 tablespoon of sugar onto each creme brulee. Melt the sugar with a chef's torch until crisp and dark brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.
  • Nutrition

    269 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 134mg
    • Sodium: 128mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 31g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 133mg

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    Dessert recipes