Best 7 Pumpkin Surprise Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our Pumpkin Surprise, a collection of enticing recipes that showcase the versatility and deliciousness of this autumnal favorite. From sweet and savory dishes to refreshing beverages, this article offers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. Discover the comforting Pumpkin Soup, a creamy and flavorful delight perfect for chilly evenings. Embark on a taste adventure with Pumpkin Risotto, where creamy arborio rice mingles with roasted pumpkin, earthy mushrooms, and a touch of sage. Satisfy your sweet tooth with Pumpkin Pie, a classic dessert featuring a velvety pumpkin filling nestled in a flaky crust. Quench your thirst with Pumpkin Spice Latte, a cozy and aromatic beverage infused with the essence of fall. Impress your guests with Pumpkin Cheesecake, a decadent treat with a graham cracker crust and a luscious pumpkin filling topped with whipped cream. And for a unique twist, try Pumpkin Bread Pudding, a delightful dessert that combines the flavors of pumpkin, bread, and custard. Get ready to explore the endless culinary possibilities of pumpkin and create unforgettable meals that will leave a lasting impression.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SURPRISE PUMPKIN CUPCAKES



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I like to share these little pumpkin cakes at work. Cupcakes are the perfect workplace treat because they're already wrapped up and so easy to eat. -Kathleen Dimmich, Easton, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
2 cups sugar
1 cup canola oil
4 large eggs, room temperature
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the pumpkin, sugar, oil and eggs until well blended. In small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. , For filling, in another small bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add egg; beat on low just until combined. , Fill paper-lined muffin cups one-third full. Drop filling by tablespoonfuls into center of each cupcake. Cover with remaining batter. , Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the pumpkin portion comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 179mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SURPRISE, IT'S PUMPKIN! ENCHILADAS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup canned pure pumpkin
1 1/2 tablespoons taco sauce
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix
2 large corn tortillas
3/4 cup red enchilada sauce, divided
1 slice fat-free Cheddar cheese, halved
1/4 cup shredded fat-free Cheddar cheese
Salt and black pepper, optional
Fat-free sour cream, optional
Chopped scallions, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Bring a skillet sprayed with nonstick spray to medium heat on the stove. Add onion and, stirring occasionally, cook until it begins to brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Add pumpkin, taco sauce, and taco seasoning to the bowl. Mix well. If you like, season with salt and pepper, to taste. Set aside.
  • Spray a baking pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
  • Place tortillas on a microwave-safe plate. Warm slightly in the microwave, about 15 seconds.
  • Lay tortillas flat, side by side. Spread 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce onto each one. Place a half-slice of cheese in the center of each tortilla. Evenly distribute the pumpkin mixture between the centers of the tortillas.
  • Wrap tortillas up tightly and place them in the baking pan with the seam sides down. Cover with remaining 1/2 cup enchilada sauce.
  • Bake in the oven until enchiladas are hot, about 8 minutes.
  • Carefully remove pan from the oven, and sprinkle enchiladas with shredded cheese.
  • Return to the oven and bake until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes. Plate those babies and, if you like, top with sour cream and/or scallions. Enjoy!

PUMPKIN SURPRISE MUFFINS



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Filled with cream cheese and apricot preserves, these almond-topped pumpkin muffins are absolutely heavenly. -Elizabeth Blondefield, San Jose, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 14 muffins.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup sour cream
6 tablespoons butter, melted
7 tablespoons apricot preserves
4 ounces cream cheese, divided into 14 portions
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Whisk together first 6 ingredients and 1/2 cup sugar. In another bowl, whisk eggs, pumpkin, sour cream, melted butter and 3 tablespoons preserves until blended. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened. , Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups half full with batter. Place a portion of cream cheese and about 3/4 teaspoon preserves in each muffin; cover with remaining batter. Sprinkle with almonds and remaining sugar., Bake until top springs back when touched, 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pans to a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 11g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

PUMPKIN SURPRISE



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Heaven on your lips! This sumptuous autumn dessert will "wow" any crowd with its amazing blend of sweet, spicy and warm buttery flavors.

Provided by Momma Mia

Categories     Dessert

Time 21m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (32 ounce) can pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)
1 cup evaporated milk
3 large eggs
1 cup sugar
4 teaspoons ground cloves
4 teaspoons ginger
4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 (18 1/4 ounce) box yellow cake mix
1/2 cup butter (melted)
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Mix together pumpkin, sugar and spices; add milk and eggs.
  • Spread pumpkin mixture into bottom of ungreased glass 9 x 13-inch dish.
  • Distribute dry cake mix across top of pumpkin mixture. Drizzle butter over the top of cake mix. Sprinkle chopped walnuts generously across the top.
  • Bake at 350° for one hour. Let the "surprise" sit for 20 minutes before slicing into it.

PUMPKIN SURPRISE



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Fall time is here and this is the perfect recipe for the family.

Provided by Paris & Mike M. :)

Categories     Cakes

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 yellow cake mix
1 16 oz canned pumpkin pie mix
1 12 oz evaporated milk
3 egg
1 1/2 c sugar
4 tsp pumpkin pie spices
1/2 tsp salt
1 c pecans, chopped
1 c butter, melted
whipped topping

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Grease bottom of 9x13 pan.
  • 2. Combine pumpkin,evaporated milk, eggs, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Spread in bottom of the pan.
  • 3. Sprinkle dry cake mix over pumpkin mixture and top with pecans and melted butter.
  • 4. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with whipped topping
  • 5. Refrigerate leftovers....if you have any.

PUMPKIN PIE SURPRISE



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Categories     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy

Yield 8 - 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

Use 9x9" pan - double for 13x9"
Preheat oven to 350
1/2 C. pecans, chopped and toasted
3/4 stick butter, melted
1 (15 oz.) can pumpkin
1/4 tsp. allspice
1/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 box yellow cake mix (dry)

Steps:

  • Mix pudding according to instructions on back of pumpkin can - **I use ALL the spices listed, PLUS those above (as the recipe was given to me...). Place pudding in greased pan, sprinkle with dry cake mix, sprinkle with nuts, then dribble melted butter over top. Bake 45 mins - 1 hour, till custard is set and top is golden brown. Serve with whipped cream.

PUMPKIN SURPRISE MUFFINS



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Found this recipe in a Taste of Home Christmas book. Looking for a recipe to use pumpkin I put up this summer. Wonder favor tie to them and a surprise.

Provided by VickiAk

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar, plus
3 tablespoons sugar, divided
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ginger
2 eggs
1 cup pumpkin puree or 1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup sour cream
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine, melted
6 tablespoons apricot preserves, divided
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into 12 cubes
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, ginger. In another bowl, beat eggs, pumpkin, sour cream, and 3 tablespoons preserves. Stir in dry ingredients just until moistened.
  • Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups half full. Place a cream cheese cube and 3/4 teaspoon of preserves in each. Top with remaining batter. Sprinkle with almonds and remaining sugar.
  • Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing from pan to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.9, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 222.4, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 1, Sugar 15.6, Protein 4.7

Tips:

  • Choose the right pumpkin: Use a small to medium-sized pumpkin that is firm and has a deep orange color. Avoid pumpkins with blemishes or bruises.
  • Prepare the pumpkin correctly: Cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds and pulp. Then, cut the pumpkin into small cubes.
  • Roast the pumpkin: Roasting the pumpkin brings out its natural sweetness and flavor. Toss the pumpkin cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and then roast them in a preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
  • Use a variety of spices: Pumpkin pie spice is a classic blend of spices that works well in pumpkin recipes. However, you can also experiment with other spices, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and cardamom.
  • Don't overcook the pumpkin: Overcooked pumpkin can become mushy and bland. Cook it just until it is tender, but still has a bit of a bite to it.

Conclusion:

Pumpkin is a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of sweet and savory dishes. These pumpkin recipes are just a few ideas to get you started. With a little creativity, you can create your own delicious pumpkin dishes that your family and friends will love.

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