Description
Indulge in the delightful layers of this Pumpkin Magic Custard Cake Recipe, a perfect blend of creamy custard and rich pumpkin flavor that evokes the essence of crustless pumpkin pie. Ideal for Thanksgiving or any gathering, this dessert is quick to prepare, requiring only 10 minutes of active time. With three distinct layers—a luscious custard top, a creamy middle, and a soft base—each bite offers a unique texture that melts in your mouth. Customize it with your favorite spices or toppings for a personal touch. This family-friendly treat will surely impress guests and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 eggs (yolks separated from whites)
- 1 1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Warm the milk until lukewarm.
- Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Melt butter and let cool.
- In a bowl, beat egg yolks with confectioner's sugar until pale; add vanilla, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and melted butter.
- Mix in flour and pumpkin puree with a bit of lukewarm milk until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate remaining milk into the batter.
- Gently fold in beaten egg whites.
- Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 60-65 minutes until set and lightly golden.
- Cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (90g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 90mg