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Pumpkin Pudding

Pumpkin Pudding is made with pumpkin puree, milk, and egg yolks.

Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min
Original yield
Serves 4
Ingredients
11 listed

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DessertsAmericanPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 30 minutes or less
Recipe categories & planning details
Meal type
Desserts
Cuisine
American
Preparation & total time
Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 30 minutes or less

A few quick notes

1. Allow for chilling

Include the chilling step when deciding when to start.

2. Check the off-heat addition

Follow the instruction to take the pan off the heat before the finishing addition.

3. Check when to cover

Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.

Get to know the ingredients

pumpkin puree

In the method: Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth then add the pumpkin puree, egg yolks and maple syrup.

milk (whole or 2% is best)

In the method: Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth then add the pumpkin puree, egg yolks and maple syrup.

egg yolks

In the method: Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth then add the pumpkin puree, egg yolks and maple syrup.

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Ingredients

Original recipe: Serves 4. Original quantities shown.

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  • Ingredient noteSource: 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 cups milk (whole or 2% is best)
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 egg yolks
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2/3 cup maple syrup
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 tablespoons arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 tablespoons butter
  • Ingredient noteSource: 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • Ingredient noteSource: 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (or use dried ginger and add with other spices)

How to make it

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Make room for Pumpkin Pudding

Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Serve warm or once it has cooled off, cover with lids and allow to chill in the fridge until ready to enjoy.

A little more help as you go

Stir as directed

Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.

Allow for cooling

Include the cooling stage before the next step.

Prepare the whisked mixture

Keep the whisking step in its stated place in the preparation.

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the pot. Start with this step: Combine all of the dry ingredients (arrowroot starch, sea salt, cinnamon and nutmeg) in a pot off heat.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Include the chilling step when deciding when to start.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Place the pot over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and just starts to bubble - about 8 to 10minutes.

Is there another preparation step to plan for?

Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: runningtothekitchen.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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