Ingredients and Weight:
- Pumpkin Puree - 400 grams (about 1 small pumpkin)
- Gingersnap Cookies - 200 grams (about 1 sleeve)
- Heavy Cream - 500 ml
- Brown Sugar - 1/2 cup
- Ground Ginger - 2 teaspoons
- Cinnamon - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
- Fresh or Dried Cranberries - 1/2 cup
- Whipped Cream for topping
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (including cooking time)
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour the mixture into a baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with the gingersnap cookies and press slightly into the pumpkin mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cookies are crisp and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold the whipped cream into the cooled pumpkin mixture.
- Add the fresh or dried cranberries and mix gently.
- Transfer the mixture into a trifle dish or serving bowl and top with more whipped cream.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries or gingersnap cookies, if desired.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: Approx. 450 calories per serving (depending on added ingredients)
Fat: 26g
Carbohydrates: 54g
Protein: 6g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of flavors with gingersnap cookies and pumpkin puree.
- Rich and creamy texture with a hint of spice from the ginger and cinnamon.
- Perfect for fall or autumn occasions.
User Comments:
- "This dish was a real hit! The combination of flavors was unexpected but delightful." - John Smith
- "The gingersnap cookies added a nice crunch to the creamy pumpkin mixture." - Sarah Johnson
- "This is a great dish for a fall celebration." - Michael Davis
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for best results. If not available, you can use canned pumpkin puree.
- Gingersnap cookies can be found in most supermarkets in the cookie section or near the baking supplies.
- Adjust the amount of ginger and cinnamon according to your preference for spice level.
