Creamy pumpkin flan tart is a traditional dessert that combines the smoothness of flan with the characteristic autumnal flavor of pumpkin. Its origin dates back to colonial times when in some Latin American countries, pumpkin began to be used in sweet preparations thanks to the influence of various culinary cultures. In Mexico and Central America, this type of dessert is very popular during autumn festivities and the Day of the Dead, while in South American countries it may be known simply as "pumpkin tart" or "pumpkin pie". Although its preparation and name vary, the base of this recipe is always marked by the creamy, spiced pumpkin mixture that wins over palates with its texture and flavor. In Argentina and Chile, for example, it is common to find similar versions under the name "zapallo flan" or "sweet zapallo tart".
Creamy pumpkin flan pie
How to prepare Creamy Pumpkin Flan Tart
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Mix the first nine ingredients: dark corn syrup, evaporated milk, eggs, egg whites, pumpkin, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and ground nutmeg, until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.
Pour the mixture into an un-baked 23 cm (9-inch) pie crust with a high fluted edge.
Bake for 1 hour or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool before serving to achieve a creamy and firm texture.
Ingredients (10)
- Dark Corn Syrup
- Evaporated Milk
- Eggs
- Egg Whites
- Pumpkin
- Salt
- Ground Cinnamon
- Ground Ginger
- Ground Nutmeg
- Pie Crust
Instructions (5 steps)
- 1 Preheat the oven to 200°C
- 2 Mix the first nine ingredients until you get a homogeneous mixture
- 3 Pour into a 23 cm un-baked pie crust with a high fluted edge
- 4 Bake for 1 hour or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean
- 5 Let cool
Nutritional Information
Calories:
298 kcal
Protein:
0g
Carbohydrates:
19g
Fat:
15g
Azúcar:
0g
Sodio:
14mg