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Pumpkin cream puffs

10/5/2024

Delightful Pumpkin Cream Puffs: A Fall Treat to Savor As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, there's nothing quite like embracing the flavors of fall. One of the most delightful ways to celebrate the season is with pumpkin cream puffs—a perfect blend of airy pastry, rich cream, and the warm spices that define autumn. Whether you’re planning a holiday gathering, a cozy family dessert, or just treating yourself, these cream puffs are sure to impress!

The Magic of Choux Pastry At the heart of pumpkin cream puffs is choux pastry, a light and airy dough that puffs up beautifully when baked. The secret lies in the high moisture content, which creates steam during baking and gives each puff its signature shape. Choux pastry is versatile and can be used for both sweet and savory treats. Once you master this basic recipe, the possibilities are endless!

A Perfect Fall TreatThese pumpkin cream puffs are not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful explosion of flavors in every bite. The light, crispy exterior complements the creamy, spiced filling, making them a treat that’s hard to resist. Perfect for Thanksgiving desserts or a cozy afternoon snack with your favorite cup of tea or coffee, these cream puffs capture the essence of autumn.

Tips for Success

Freshness is Key: Serve the cream puffs shortly after filling them for the best texture. They can be made in advance, but the filling should be added close to serving time.
Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to customize the filling! You can mix in different spices or even add a hint of maple syrup for extra sweetness.
Presentation Matters: Arrange the filled puffs on a platter and garnish with chopped pecans or a sprinkle of cinnamon for a beautiful presentation.

Pumpkin Cream Puffs

Ingredients

Pastry:

3/4 cup/180 mL water
6 tbsp/90 mL butter or margarine
2 tsp/10 mL sugar
1/8 tsp/0.5 mL salt
3/4 cup/180 mL all-purpose flour
3 eggs
1 1/2 tsp/7.5 mL Watkins All Natural Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla®

Filling:

1 cup/250 mL whipped cream
3 tbsp/45 mL sugar
1 tsp/5 mL Watkins Organic Pumpkin Pie Spice
1 cup/250 mL canned pumpkin

Sauce:

1/2 cup/125 mL packed brown sugar
1 tbsp/15 mL corn starch
1/3 cup/75 mL half-and-half
1/4 cup/60 mL water
2 tbsp/30 mL pure maple syrup
1 tbsp/15 mL butter
1/2 tsp/2.5 mL Watkins All Natural Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla®

Directions
Pasty: In medium saucepan, combine butter and water. Bring to boil over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and sugar; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture leaves sides of pan in a smooth ball. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Add eggs one at a time, beating vigorously after each addition, until mixture is smooth and glossy. Stir in vanilla. Preheat oven to 400°F/205°C. Using either a pasty bag or tablespoon, form the puffs on a greased cookie sheet. Using the back of a spoon, flatten any points. Makes 12 puff pastries. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden and crisp. Remove puffs from oven and cool on wire racks.

Filling: In a large chilled bowl combine whipped cream, sugar and pumpkin pie spice with chilled beaters until soft peaks form. Fold in 1 cup/250 mL canned pumpkin.

Sauce: In a small saucepan stir together brown sugar, corn starch, half-and-half, water, maple syrup, and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or more. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Cut puff pastry in half, fill with pumpkin filling and top with caramel sauce.

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Pumpkin Bars

10/1/2024

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Cozy Up with Pumpkin Bars: The Ultimate Fall Treat As the leaves start to turn and the air becomes crisp, there's nothing quite like the comforting aroma of pumpkin spice wafting through your kitchen. Enter pumpkin bars—an irresistible blend of warm spices and creamy pumpkin that captures the essence of autumn in every bite. Whether you're hosting a cozy gathering or simply looking to indulge your sweet tooth, these delectable treats are the perfect way to celebrate the season. Join us as we explore why pumpkin bars are the must-have dessert this fall, along with a simple recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!

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Pumpkin Bars

Ingredients

4 eggs
1 2/3 cups/410 mL granulated sugar
1 cup/250 mL vegetable oil
15 oz/425 g can pure pumpkin
2 cups/500 mL all-purpose flour
2 tsp/10 mL baking powder
1 tsp/5 mL baking soda
1 tsp/5 mL salt
1 1/2 tsp/7.5 mL Watkins Organic Ground Cinnamon
1/2 tsp/2.5 mL Watkins Organic Nutmeg
2 tsp/10 mL Watkins All Natural Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla®

Cream Cheese Frosting

3 3/4 cups/930 mL powdered sugar
3 tbsp/45 mL butter
4 tbsp/60 mL milk
2 tsp/30 mL cream cheese extract

Directions

Pumpkin Bars
In a large bowl using an electric mixer, combine eggs, sugar, oil, pumpkin and Watkins All Natural Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla® until combined.
In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, Watkins Organic Ground Cinnamon and Watkins Organic Nutmeg. At a slow speed, slowly add dry ingredients to wet ingredients until combined. Spread the batter into the greased 9 x 13-inch/23 x 33-cm baking pan. Bake for 30-40 minutes at 350°F/180°C.
Remove from oven and let cool on a rack before frosting.

Cream Cheese Frosting
In a medium bowl using an electric mixer, beat butter and cream cheese extract until smooth. Slowly add powdered sugar until combined. Add milk to desired consistency. Frost cooled pumpkin bars with frosting, cut and serve.
Makes approximately 12 bars.

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