Baked Pumpkin Spice Pudding (Printable)

A creamy, warmly spiced pumpkin dessert with cinnamon and nutmeg, ideal for cozy autumn moments.

# What you'll need:

→ Wet Ingredients

01 - 1 3/4 cups pumpkin purée (canned or homemade)
02 - 3 large eggs
03 - 3/4 cup whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
06 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
07 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Dry Ingredients & Spices

08 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
14 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

→ Optional Topping

15 - Whipped cream, for serving
16 - Ground cinnamon, for dusting

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 2-quart baking dish or six individual ramekins with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin purée, eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
03 - In a separate medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves to ensure even distribution.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, whisking continuously until fully combined and no lumps remain. The batter should be smooth and slightly thick.
05 - Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish or ramekins. Place the dish or ramekins in a larger roasting pan and carefully pour in hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides.
06 - Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the pudding is set around the edges but still slightly wobbly in the center. A knife inserted near the edge should come out clean.
07 - Remove from the oven and carefully lift the baking dish from the water bath. Let cool for 15 minutes before serving warm or at room temperature. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The water bath technique creates the silkiest, most velvety texture you have ever experienced in a home baked dessert
  • It comes together in one bowl and bakes while you handle everything else on your menu
  • This is the dish that converts people who swear they do not like pumpkin flavored anything
02 -
  • The water bath is not optional, it is what keeps the pudding from curdling and creates that silky custard like texture
  • Overbaking is the most common mistake, so pull it out when it still wobbles slightly in the center because it continues cooking as it cools
03 -
  • Grating fresh nutmeg directly into the batter makes a noticeable difference compared to preground spices
  • If making individual ramekins, check them after 30 minutes since smaller portions cook faster

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