Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin gingerbread with a luscious caramel sauce drizzle. This classic fall dessert is a symphony of fragrant spices, moist pumpkin, and a rich, buttery caramel sauce. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply craving a comforting treat, this pumpkin gingerbread recipe will tantalize your taste buds and create a memorable dessert experience.
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PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD WITH CARAMEL SAUCE
Instead of making ordinary gingerbread, I like to rely on this dressed-up version. The pumpkin gingerbread features a nutty crust and delicious caramel sauce.-Mitzi Sentiff, Annapolis, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h10m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Combine the egg, buttermilk, pumpkin and molasses; stir into crumb mixture just until moistened. Stir in chopped pecans. , Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , For sauce, melt butter in a small saucepan. Stir in the brown sugar and corn syrup; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook until sugar is dissolved, about 1 minute. Stir in cream. Return to a boil; remove from the heat. Serve with warm gingerbread. Top with pecan halves if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 681 calories, Fat 37g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 512mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (57g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP CHEESECAKE WITH SALTED CARAMEL SAUCE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 6h45m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- For the pumpkin gingersnap cheesecake: In a food processor or blender, grind the gingersnaps until fine. Pour into a bowl and stir in the pecans, melted butter, brown sugar and salt. Press into the bottom and sides of a 10-inch springform pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- To make the filling, beat the cream cheese in a stand mixer until soft, scraping the sides once. Mix in the pumpkin, scraping the sides once or twice. Add the eggs 1 at a time, allowing them to mix in, then add the sour cream and mix. With the mixer on low, add the granulated sugar, cinnamon, vanilla and nutmeg. Thoroughly scrape the bowl and mix to ensure everything is smooth and mixed in.
- Pour the filling into the pan, smoothing the top. Set the pan on a baking sheet and bake until the filling is no longer soupy but still slightly jiggly, about 50 minutes. Turn off the oven, open the door just a hair and let the cheesecake sit in the oven for 15 more minutes. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for 30 minutes, then cover it with plastic wrap and put it in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- For the salted caramel sauce: Mix the brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, vanilla and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-low to medium heat. Cook, while whisking gently, until thickened, 5 to 7 minutes. Let cool, then refrigerate until needed. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Slice the cheesecake and top with the salted caramel sauce, whipped cream and chopped pecans.
PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD W. CARAMEL SAUCE
This recipe is from a 1998 Fall Favorites Pamphlet. It's the best gingerbread I've ever had. Note: Reduce oven temperature b 25 F (10 C) if using a glass pan. Have added the amount of flour, was left out of original post.
Provided by puh-leas-no-coconut
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. In a large bowl, with electric mixer, cream margarine and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg, pumpkin, and molasses until combined.
- 2. In a separate bowl mix together flour, baking soda, spices and salt. Add flour mixture to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk until well combined. Stir in raisins or nuts, if desired.
- 3. Pour into greased 9-inch (23 cm) square baking pan; smooth top with knife. Bake in 350 F (189 C) oven for 40 - 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Serve warm with caramel sauce.
GINGERBREAD-CARAMEL SAUCE
We've turned your favorite holiday cookie flavor into an irresistible sundae sauce. Try it with vanilla ice cream and candied ginger.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Time 25m
Yield Makes about 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine molasses, 1/2 cup water, and sugar in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium-high, gently stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil; cook until foaming reduces and bubbles begin to slow, 4 to 5 minutes (about 250 degrees on a thermometer). Remove from heat and carefully whisk in cream, butter, salt, and spices (mixture will splatter), stirring until butter is melted and combined. Let cool completely. Transfer to 6 seven-ounce jars. Sauce can be refrigerated in jars up to 2 weeks; gently reheat before serving.
PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD
Wonderfully flavorful and fragrant bread for the holidays.
Provided by frosty
Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Pumpkin Bread Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two 9x5 inch loaf pans.
- In a large mixing, combine sugar, oil and eggs; beat until smooth. Add water and beat until well blended. Stir in pumpkin, ginger, allspice cinnamon, and clove.
- In medium bowl, combine flour, soda, salt, and baking powder. Add dry ingredients to pumpkin mixture and blend just until all ingredients are mixed. Divide batter between prepared pans.
- Bake in preheated oven until toothpick comes out clean, about 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.6 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 313.1 mg, Sugar 25.7 g
PUMPKIN GINGERBREAD CAKE
I have been making this delicious gingerbread cake for years and it's won several blue ribbons. Serve it with whipped cream and caramel sauce, or dust it with confectioners' sugar after it cools. -Marina Castle Kelley, Canyon Country, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in pumpkin, molasses and orange zest (mixture will appear curdled)., In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, salt and chili pepper. Add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition. Stir in pumpkin seeds., Pour batter into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 28-32 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Serve with toppings as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh pumpkin purée: This will give your gingerbread the best flavor. You can make your own pumpkin purée by roasting a pumpkin and then puréeing it in a food processor, or you can buy it canned.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make your gingerbread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Let the gingerbread cool completely before frosting it: This will help the frosting set properly.
- Use a good quality caramel sauce: This will make all the difference in the flavor of your dessert. You can make your own caramel sauce or you can buy it store-bought.
Conclusion:
This pumpkin gingerbread with caramel sauce is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for the holidays. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of pumpkin, gingerbread, and caramel is sure to please everyone.
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