When it comes to autumn sweets, pumpkin is the first thing that springs to mind. This time, we'll introduce a rich pumpkin pudding that can be easily made in a food processor . Using a generous 300g of pumpkin, the combination of natural sweetness and bittersweet caramel is exquisite. This easy-to-make autumn snack requires minimal straining and produces a smooth finish.
Ingredients (for one 17cm square pan)
・Pumpkin (net weight excluding skin and seeds)...300g
・Eggs…4 pieces
・Granulated sugar...85g (for pudding mixture)
・Milk ... 170g
・Fresh cream...170g
・Granulated sugar...70g (2-3 tablespoons of water for caramel)
How to make it
1. Prepare the pumpkin <br data-end="447" data-start="444">Measure out 300g of pumpkin after removing the seeds and skin, and steam or microwave until soft.
2. Make the caramel. <br data-end="507" data-start="504">Put 70g of granulated sugar and water in a pot and heat. When it turns a deep amber color, add water to prevent the color from changing. Pour into a 17cm square mold.
3. Make the pudding mixture. <br data-end="574" data-start="571">Put the pumpkin, eggs, and 85g of granulated sugar in a food processor and blend. Once it becomes a paste, transfer to a bowl and add the warm milk and cream and mix.
4. Strain and pour into molds <br data-end="667" data-start="664">Strain once to make it smooth, then pour into molds lined with caramel.
5. Baking in a hot water bath
Bake in a 160℃ oven for about 40 minutes. Remove from the oven when the center is still slightly jiggling, let cool, and then chill in the refrigerator.
Finished product
This pumpkin pudding baked in a 17cm square pan is quite substantial. Using 300g of pumpkin gives it a rich, naturally sweet taste. Blending it in a food processor reduces the need for straining, while still giving it a very smooth texture. The bitter caramel brings the whole thing together, creating an exquisite balance of sweetness.
summary
Using a food processor, you can easily make authentic pumpkin pudding. It only takes one 17cm square pan, so it's perfect for cutting and sharing. Try it as an autumn snack or Halloween dessert.
