Effortless Baked Pumpkin Pudding for Cozy Weeknight Comfort Recipe
This Effortless Baked Pumpkin Pudding is a cozy and comforting dessert perfect for weeknights. Made with smooth pumpkin puree and warm spices, it’s baked to a soft, custard-like perfection. Ideal served warm or at room temperature, it can be topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the pudding.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, sugar, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add Spices and Salt: Stir in ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt, whisking again to ensure the spices are fully incorporated into the batter.
- Incorporate Flour: Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet mixture, whisking continuously until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and pour the batter in, spreading it out evenly for an even bake.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 45 minutes, or until the pudding is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added richness.
Notes
- Serve the pudding warm or at room temperature for best flavor and texture.
- Toppings like whipped cream or vanilla ice cream add a delicious touch.
- Leftovers should be refrigerated and are best consumed within 3 days.
- Adjust the spice amounts to your preference or add chopped pecans or walnuts for texture.
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