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Pumpkin Crunch Crème Brûlée Cake

A delightful fall-inspired cake combines creamy custard, sweet pumpkin spice, and a crunchy topping, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Cake, Dessert
Cuisine American, Fall
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Pumpkin Cake

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree The star of this dessert!
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can use a gluten-free alternative.
  • 1 cup sugar Sweetness enhances the flavors.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Adds richness and moisture.
  • 2 large eggs Brings the cake together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Brightens flavors.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Keeps the cake soft.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon The quintessential fall spice.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.

For the Custard Layer

  • 2 cups heavy cream Full-fat for creaminess.
  • 2-3 large egg yolks Whisk with sugar and cream.
  • 1/2 cup sugar For custard sweetness.

For Topping

  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce For a luscious touch.
  • 1/2 cup crushed cookies or nuts Gingersnaps work well.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a cake pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together pumpkin puree, butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  • In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  • Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the pumpkin mixture until just combined.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.

Baking

  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cake cool completely.

Custard Preparation

  • Heat the heavy cream until steaming.
  • Whisk egg yolks and sugar together, then slowly add the hot cream while whisking.

Assembly

  • Pour the custard over the cooled cake.
  • Drizzle caramel sauce and sprinkle crushed cookies or nuts over the cake.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for a couple of hours before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh pumpkin puree, don't overbake, and let it chill longer for flavor to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25g
Keyword Cozy Baking, Crème Brûlée, Fall Dessert, Pumpkin Cake, Pumpkin Spice
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