Description
Pumpkin Pie Popsicles are a creamy, spiced frozen treat that captures the essence of pumpkin pie in a refreshing, easy-to-make popsicle form. Combining pumpkin puree, warm spices, maple syrup, and rich heavy cream, these popsicles are perfect for autumn or any time you crave a holiday-inspired dessert on a stick.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground clove
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon guar gum (optional)
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a small saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, heavy cream, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground clove, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and salt. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended.
- Heat Mixture: Place the saucepan over medium heat and warm the mixture until it becomes hot but does not boil or simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even heating.
- Add Guar Gum: Slowly sprinkle in the guar gum while continuously whisking the mixture to avoid clumping. Continue whisking until the mixture starts to thicken slightly and becomes smooth and creamy.
- Cool and Pour: Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Use a spoon or ladle to carefully pour the pumpkin mixture into popsicle molds, filling each mold evenly.
- Freeze: Place the filled molds in the freezer and allow the popsicles to freeze solid for at least 8 hours or overnight for best results.
- Serve: Once frozen, remove the popsicles from the molds and enjoy immediately as a deliciously smooth and creamy seasonal treat.
Notes
- Guar gum is a natural stabilizer that helps prevent ice crystals from forming, ensuring the popsicles have a smooth and creamy texture.
- If guar gum is unavailable, you can omit it, but expect a slightly icier texture.
- Adjust the maple syrup and brown sugar quantities to your preferred sweetness level.
- Use high-quality pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best flavor.
- Make sure the mixture does not boil to preserve the delicate spices and cream texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 popsicle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
