PUMPKIN MOCHA SWIRL CUSTARD
(Collagen-Rich / Gluten-Free / Low Carb / Single-Serve)
This Pumpkin Mocha Swirl Custard is the kind of cozy fall dessert that feels indulgent without turning into a sugar bomb. Creamy pumpkin custard is flavored with warm pumpkin pie spice, then swirled with a rich chocolate-espresso mixture for just the right balance of sweet, spiced, and chocolatey.
MariGold Unflavored Collagen Peptides blend right in for an easy protein boost without changing the flavor or texture, while the single-serve ramekin keeps things simple when you want dessert without making an entire batch.
It’s also sugar-free, low-carb, and naturally portion-friendly—and a very good excuse to use up that leftover pumpkin purée hiding in the fridge. Serve it warm and soft from the oven or chill it for a firmer, fudgier texture.
This recipe was crafted by Debbie, known as @debsnourishedkitchen on Instagram. Debbie specializes in creating delectable low-carb dishes. Make sure to follow her for a continuous stream of innovative and delicious recipes!
- 1 small egg yolk
- 3 Tbsp pumpkin purée
- 1 Tbsp brown sweetener
- 1½ tsp MariGold Unflavored Collagen Peptides
- 2 Tbsp Cornmilk
- ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- Pinch of salt
- 1 Tbsp sugar-free dark chocolate chips
- ¼ tsp instant espresso powder
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 6 oz ramekin.
- In a small bowl, whisk together pumpkin purée, milk, sweetener, egg yolk, collagen, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- In a separate heat-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips until smooth (microwave in 10–15 second bursts). Stir in espresso powder.
- Take 2 teaspoons of the pumpkin custard mixture and stir it into the melted chocolate until blended. This is your swirl mixture.
- Pour the remaining pumpkin custard into the ramekin. Dollop the chocolate mixture on top and gently swirl with a toothpick.
- Place the ramekin in a small baking dish, pour hot water around it to reach halfway up the sides (water bath), and bake for 35-40 minutes, until edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly.
- Cool before serving. Enjoy warm or chilled, topped with whipped cream.
MariGold ingredients used in this recipe:
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