It is time for another pumpkin recipe. No matter how you put it, pumpkin is a wonderful ingredient for plenty of recipes. In fact, you can combine it when making desserts, too. And here is the proof; try this delicious pumpkin spice cream dessert next time you’re craving for a treat. It is easy to make and it tastes amazing. To say it short, creamy pumpkin combined with wonderful spices, topped with whipped cream, walnut and sprinkled with some cinnamon. Isn’t this a perfect dessert for the pumpkin season?
In the season, when supermarkets and markets are packed with pumpkins and squashes of different shapes and colours, you simply need to take advantage of it and create amazing and delicious dishes.
I love pumpkins a lot. They look amazing, they taste amazing, they are healthy and very versatile, too. Which pumpkin or squash do you like the most? If I really have to pick just one, I pick Hokkaido pumpkin. This vivid orange and round pumpkin is wonderful. However, I love butternut squash and nutmeg pumpkin as well.
Talking about pumpkin, have you seen my latest pumpkin recipe? Risotto filled butternut squash is definitely something that you have to try. However, if this doesn’t wake up your interest, maybe check these out: a classic baked pumpkin mac & cheese, soft pumpkin buns, leaves shaped pasta with pumpkin sauce, sweet baked pumpkin churros or pumpkin pizza.
Are you fascinated by pumpkins now? I am a big pumpkin lover. Therefore, I created this lovely pumpkin spice cream dessert. Moreover, to elevate the flavours, I used some very common spices, which go perfectly with pumpkin. And I’m sure you all have them at home.
First, what do you think of cinnamon? I love the cinnamon aroma. Also, I think cinnamon goes great with almost everything. I used it when preparing meatballs, too. Try it to believe it. Wink. Furthermore, besides cinnamon, I combined nutmeg and cloves, too.
Sweet and topped with whipped cream
Since a dessert is not a dessert if it’s not sweet, I used some icing sugar. Oh, come on, there is nothing bad to use a little sugar from time to time. However, you can substitute that with honey, coconut sugar or any other sweetener.
Now, we can almost call it a dessert. Why do I say almost? Every dessert needs a little whipped cream and a small topping, too. Don’t you agree? Let’s make this creamy and delicious dessert now! We live only once. Wink.
In addition, I suggest cutting the pumpkin into small pieces. Consequently, it will roast quicker and you’ll puree it easier. When pureeing it, you can either use an immersion blender or a standing blender. Also, you can enjoy this pumpkin dessert either warm or cold. But in this recipe, I will show you the cold variation.
Ingredients for 4 portions of pumpkin spice cream dessert:
- 500 g Hokkaido pumpkin (equals 350-400g when baked)
- 150 ml whipping cream (100 ml for the topping, 50 for the pumpkin cream)
- 2 tsp of cinnamon
- 1 tsp cloves (ground)
- 1/2-1 tsp nutmeg
- 1-2 Tbsp icing sugar
- 4 walnuts
Preheat the oven to 200º C.
Then, wash the pumpkin, scoop out the insides (you may keep the seeds and roast them for a snack) and cut it into smaller cubes. Furthermore, place all of the pumpkin cubes on a baking sheet and put to bake for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
Once the pumpkin gets tender, puree it with adding the cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, cream and icing sugar. In case you find it too compact to blend, simply add a splash or two of warm water. Blend (using an immersion blender or a stand blender) until smooth. That being said, I love leaving some small chunks in order to give more structure to the pumpkin cream.
When you reach the desired consistency, let it cool down to room temperature and then transfer it to the fridge for at least an hour. In the meantime, whip the remaining of the whipping cream until it starts forming stiff peaks. However, be careful not turning it into butter. Wink.
Finally, divide the pumpkin cream between four cups or glasses, scoop some whipped cream on top and add a walnut. Finish with sprinkling some cinnamon or nutmeg on top of the cream. As you can see, pumpkin spice cream dessert is a lovely twist to a usual dessert. It is heavenly good. Consequently, you will want to make it all over again. Also, you can add some cookies or granola for a little crunch.
Enjoy!
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