Introducing pumpkin pudding, a dessert that will make you want to eat as Halloween approaches!

Pumpkins are often seen in supermarkets and markets in autumn. Pumpkin, which is also an image of Halloween, is one of the essential ingredients for Japanese home cooking and baking.

I'm sure many people like the natural sweetness and a light texture.

This time we will introduce "Pumpkin Pudding" made with pumpkin. This pudding is easy to make, and you can enjoy the natural sweetness and creamy texture of pumpkin, making it a perfect item for autumn desserts.

The origin and history of pumpkin pudding

Pumpkins are said to be native to South America and were brought to Japan by the Portuguese in the 16th century. Since then, it has been used in a variety of dishes such as sweets and stews in Japan, but the dessert called "pumpkin pudding" is particularly relatively new.

The pudding itself is a sweet that originated in France, but in Japan, Japanese-Western desserts made with pumpkin have become popular and become popular in many homes. Pumpkin pudding is characterized by its natural sweetness and rich flavor, and is especially popular during the autumn and winter seasons.

Nutritional value of pumpkin

Pumpkin is rich in vitamin A and dietary fiber, and is said to be a food that supports vision and helps improve the intestinal environment. It also contains beta-carotene, which has antioxidant properties, making it a food that can be expected to be effective for health.

However, when processing pudding, sugar and fresh cream are added, so it is best to eat while paying attention to the balance of nutritional value.

How to make pumpkin pudding

Ingredients (for 4 people)

• Pumpkin (peel and seed) 200g
• Milk 200ml
• Fresh cream 100ml
• Sugar 50g
• 2 eggs
• A little vanilla essence
• [Caramel sauce]
  • Sugar 50g
  • 2 tablespoons of water

How to make it

1. Preparing pumpkin
   Peel the pumpkin, cut it into bite-sized pieces, and microwave until soft. After heating, thoroughly soak it to smooth out.
2. 
   Add sugar to the pumpkin that has been put into the pudding solution Then mix the beaten eggs little by little, then add milk and fresh cream and mix even more thoroughly. Finally, add a few drops of vanilla extract.
3. that makes the caramel sauce
   and heat over medium heat. Once the sugar has melted and turned dark brown, turn off the heat and quickly pour into the pudding syrup.
4. that will be steamed
   has solidified, pour the pudding solution into the mold. Cover with hot water in a hot water bath and steam in an oven preheated to 170 degrees for about 30-40 minutes. Once cooked, remove the heat and cool in the fridge.
5. Finished
   Once it's cooled down in the fridge, the pumpkin pudding is complete. Add whipped cream if you like, or topped with pumpkin seeds to make it even more delicious.

How to enjoy pumpkin pudding

Pumpkin pudding is the perfect dessert to enjoy the autumn flavors. The slightly sweet pumpkin flavor and smooth pudding texture create an exquisite balance, and the bittersweetness of the caramel sauce tightens the flavor. You can share it with your family and friends, or enjoy it in your own relaxing time.

This pudding has a creamy flavor while taking advantage of the natural sweetness of pumpkin.

Please try it as a fall dessert.