Spiced Pumpkin Pudding Food

PUMPKIN PUDDING FROM SCRATCH

Steps:

• In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 cups of the milk, the pumpkin puree (15 oz.), and the pumpkin pie spice mix (2 teaspoons). Heat on medium-low, whisking occasionally, until it begins to bubble gently.
• Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar (1 cup), cornstarch (1/4 cup), salt (1/4 teaspoon. Gradually add the remaining 1 cup of milk while whisking, making sure to smooth out any lumps of cornstarch before adding more. Add the egg yolks (4) and whisk to combine until everything is very smooth.
• Using a ladle, transfer about half of the hot pumpkin mixture to the sugar and egg mixture, gradually, whisking continuously. Continue whisking until it's a smooth mixture. Then, gradually transfer the mixture back into the saucepan, whisking continuously.
• Continue to cook over medium heat, whisking continuously, until it starts to bubble. Continue to cook and whisk constantly (it's a workout!) until the mixture has thickened (about 3-4 minutes). Remove the pan from heat and add the vanilla extract (1 teaspoon) and salted butter (2 tablespoons) and whisk/stir to combine until butter has melted.
• Transfer the pudding to individual serving dishes or a small-medium bowl. Press plastic wrap on the top to prevent a skin from forming, and refrigerate until cool (about 2 hours). Serve garnished with crumbled gingersnap cookies and whipped cream, if desired.

PUMPKIN PIE PUDDING

Steps:

• Mash one of the bananas with a potato masher or fork. Combine the mashed banana with the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice in a bowl. Divide the pumpkin mixture between each of the pudding cups and stir until combined.
• Slice the remaining banana and add to the top of the puddings. Crush the graham crackers and sprinkle over the top.

PUMPKIN SPICE CAKE

Steps:

• Preheat overn to 350°. Grease and flour a 10-in. fluted tube pan. In a large bowl, combine the dry cake mix, eggs, pumpkin, water, oil, pudding mix and cinnamon. Beat at medium speed for 5 minutes. Stir in pecans. , Pour into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45-55 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely. Frost cake or serve with whipped cream.

PUMPKIN SPICED PUDDING

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine milk, 1/2 cup cream, pudding mix and pie spice; whisk until thickened and smooth, about 2 minutes. Stir in pumpkin. Spoon into dessert dishes. , Whip the remaining cream until stiff peaks form; place a dollop on each serving of pudding. Sprinkle with pie spice. Serve with gingersnaps if desired.

MINI PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE PUDDINGS

Steps:

• Whisk together the pudding mix, espresso powder, pumpkin pie spice and salt. Add the milk and pumpkin purée. Beat with the whisk until thickened, about 2 minutes, then let rest for 5 minutes.
• While the pudding rests, crumble the ginger snaps. Add about 1 tablespoon of the crumbled cookies into each of 4 coffee cups or glasses. Add 2 tablespoons of pudding on top of the cookies in each cup. Then add another layer of cookies and another layer of pudding. Top each cup with a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle a few more cookie crumbs on top. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 4 hours.

PUMPKIN SPICE PUDDING

Steps:

• Mix pudding mix and milk.
• Fold in pumpkin and spices and mix well.
• Refrigerate.
• Top with fat free whipped topping if desired.

MY FAVORITE SUGAR-FREE PUMPKIN SPICE PUDDING

Steps:

• Using a whisk, combine pumpkin, vanilla, spice, and 1 cup soy milk in a large bowl. Add pudding mix and remaining 1 cup of milk, and whisk for 2 minutes. Immediately pour into serving dishes, garnish with pecans, and chill for 5 minutes or until set.