Pumpkin Love (Layered Pumpkin Dessert)

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pumpkin Puree - 500 grams
2. Cream Cheese - 250 grams
3. Granulated Sugar - 1/2 cup
4. Butter - 100 grams
5. Cookie Sheets - 8 (9-inch size)
6. Cinnamon Powder - 1 tablespoon
7. Nuts (optional) - for decoration

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 2 hours (includes cooling time)
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, cream cheese, and sugar until well combined.
3. Add the cinnamon powder and mix well.
4. In each cookie sheet, spread the pumpkin mixture evenly.
5. Place the cookie sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
7. While the dessert is cooling, prepare the cream topping by mixing softened butter with a little bit of milk to make it spreadable.
8. Once cooled, spread the cream topping evenly on each pumpkin dessert layer.
9. Garnish with chopped nuts or any other desired toppings.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)

• Calories: Approx. 350 calories per serving (assuming 8 servings)
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• A layered dessert with a rich pumpkin flavor.
• Creamy and smooth texture with a slightly crispy outer layer.
• Perfect for fall and winter occasions due to its warm and cozy flavor.

User Comments:

1. "This dessert was amazing! The combination of pumpkin and cream cheese was a great choice."
2. "The layers were perfect and the cream topping added a nice touch."
3. "I love how easy it was to make this dessert at home."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh pumpkin puree for best results. Canned pumpkin puree can also be used but might have a different flavor profile.
• Make sure to bake the dessert until the edges are golden brown but don't overcook it, or it might become dry.
• Let the dessert cool completely before spreading the cream topping to ensure it sets properly.