Description
Chocolate Pumpkin Pots de Creme is a luxurious dessert that beautifully blends the richness of dark chocolate with the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin and spices. This silky custard offers a delightful fall treat that will impress your guests at any gathering. Each bite reveals a creamy texture and an indulgent taste, making it a must-try for both chocolate lovers and pumpkin enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz dark chocolate (at least 60% cocoa), chopped
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Whisk in eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
- Combine melted chocolate with heavy cream, then fold into the pumpkin mixture until smooth.
- Pour into ramekins and place on a baking sheet filled with hot water halfway up the sides. Bake at 325°F for 30-35 minutes until just set but still jiggly in the center.
- Chill before serving; top with caramel sauce or whipped cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pot de creme (120g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg