Description
This Thanksgiving, elevate your dessert game with make-ahead treats that are as delightful to the taste buds as they are to the eyes. Picture creamy pumpkin pie or decadent chocolate mousse, all prepped in advance so you can savor every moment with family. These delicious desserts not only save you time but also allow the flavors to meld beautifully, ensuring a sweet ending to your holiday feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (chilled, cubed)
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar (for crust)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Ice water (as needed)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in chilled butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water until dough holds together; wrap in plastic and chill for at least one hour.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thick and transfer to pie dish.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Blind bake crust for 15 minutes with parchment and weights; remove weights and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of pie (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg