Description
A quick, easy, and egg-free pumpkin dessert made fresh and microwavable. It combines seasonal flavors with a traditional twist for a healthy, satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare Pumpkin:
- Peel, chop, and steam or microwave pumpkin until soft; blend to a smooth puree.
- Mix Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Transfer to Microwave-Safe Dish:
- Pour the batter into a clean microwave-safe bowl or mug; smooth the top.
- Microwave:
- Cook on high for 2–3 minutes. Check the center with a fork; if needed, microwave for additional 15-second intervals until done.
- Serve:
- Allow to cool for 1–2 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey.
Notes
- For a variation, try a 3-ingredient version using only pumpkin puree, flour, and sugar.
- If you don’t have pumpkin puree, consider using 1 teaspoon of pumpkin spice to mimic the flavor.
- Microwave times may vary depending on your appliance; always check doneness with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dessert
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: no egg, fresh pumpkin, dessert, microwavable, easy, quick, healthy, seasonal