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Pumpkin Pudding

Cultural Context

Pumpkin pudding, a beloved dessert in Jamaica, reflects the island's rich agricultural heritage, particularly its affinity for pumpkins. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions, this dish combines local ingredients and flavors, creating a comforting treat that evokes nostalgia. Today, variations can be found across the Caribbean and beyond, showcasing the adaptability of this classic recipe.

JamaicanJMdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
3 pounds pumpkin
0.5 pounds yellow yam
5 cups coconut milk
2 cups brown sugar
0.5 cup melted butter
0.5 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon rose water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
fresh nutmeg
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.5 pounds cassava
3 cups all-purpose flour
white rum

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while evaporated milk is often more affordable.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness, while white sugar is typically cheaper.

1

Cut open the pumpkin and remove the seeds.

2

Measure 3 pounds of pumpkin and about half a pound of yellow yam.

3

In a large bowl, combine 5 cups of coconut milk and 2 cups of brown sugar, mixing well.

4

Add 0.5 cup of melted butter, 0.5 teaspoon of ginger, 1 teaspoon of rose water, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, fresh nutmeg, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt; whisk together.

5

Peel and slice the yellow yam and add it to the mixture.

6

Peel and cut half a pound of cassava, then add it to the blender with the pumpkin and yellow yam.

7

Blend the mixture until smooth.

8

Prepare a 10-inch baking pan by spraying it with cooking spray.

9

Pour the blended mixture into the baking pan.

10

Top the mixture with a reserved cup of the initial mixture.

11

Add white rum and 3 cups of all-purpose flour to the mixture, mixing until smooth.

12

Bake in the oven at 350°F for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, checking for doneness.

13

After baking, increase the temperature to 375°F and bake for an additional 15 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

blender10-inch baking pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

eggscoconut

Also Known As

Pumpkin CustardPumpkin Flan

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