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    Nov 30, 2018 by Farwin.

    Milk Toffee with Pumpkin & Chocolate (Pumpkin Fudge)

    Easy no-fuss milk toffee with pumpkin and chocolate. A twist on traditional Sri Lankan milk toffee. A deacadent little treat for the holidays or any time of the year.

    milk toffee with pumpkin and chocolate,pumpkin fudge

    Milk Toffee with Pumpkin & Chocolate

    Even though the pumpkin season is officially over here in Canada, with displays barred of pumpkin and halloween decoration giving way to Christmas decor, my freezer is still stacked with cut up pumpkin and pumpkin purees.  So as a food blogger worth her two cents, what do I do? Put those purees to good use by testing recipes.

    If you haven't checked out my other pumpkin recipes, here you go.

    Pumpkin Layer Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

    Sri Lankan Pumpkin Curry

    Seeing all the holiday treats online I was inspired to create my own. Using the ever popular Sri Lankan milk toffee as a base I created this decadent little treat that is perfect for any time. With a cup of tea, of course.

    As the kids will be on break for the holidays, these will serve as a special treat for them too.

    milk toffee with pumpkin and chocolate,pumpkin fudge

    It's an easy no fuss recipe. I used the homemade pumpkin puree by roasting them and blitzing in a food processer. I used a big carving pumpkin and a small pie pumpkin for roasting. Any pumpkin would do but the squash types make the creamiest purees. I guess butternut squash will be lovely too.

    The toffee is also glammed up with the chocolate layer on top and loads of cashews inside. You bite into a biscuity chocolate layer followed by the fudgy pumpkin layer. So delicious !

    It's more like a fudge in consistency rather than a typical hard toffee. And I was in a dilemma how to name the title.

    And you might want to check my original Milk toffee with nuts post to see what I mean.

    milk toffee with pumpkin and chocolate,pumpkin fudge

    I wasn't sure whether my main taste-testers will like it. But they couldn't even tell there's a vegetable puree in there. And my hubby liked it too. So I'm a one happy mum. I wasn't excited about the sugar content though as I have a low sugar policy at home. I've reduced the sugar down as much as I could. But guys, my mantra is everything in moderation. It's ok to indulge in a small treat once in a while if your body is fine with it.

    So go make some milk toffee with pumpkin and chocolate and let me know how it is.

    Follow me on Pinterest ,Instagram and Facebook and tag me with #loveandotherspices so that I can see your creations.

    Milk Toffee with Pumpkin & Chocolate (Pumpkin Fudge)

    milk toffee with pumpkin and chocolate,pumpkin fudge
    Farwin
    Easy no-fuss milk toffee with pumpkin and chocolate. A twist on traditional Sri Lankan milk toffee. A deacadent little treat for the holidays or any time of the year.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine Sri Lankan
    Servings 16 pieces

    Ingredients
     

    • 1.5 cups pumpkin puree
    • 300 ml (397g) (1 can) sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 2 tbsp (50g) butter
    • ½ cup cashews chopped
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

    chocolate layer

    • ¼ cup chocolate chips
    • 1 teaspoon butter
    • 1 teaspoon water

    Instructions
     

    • Line a 8" x 8" square pan with parchement paper. 
    • In a bowl add all the ingredients for the chocolate layer and microwave it for 20 seconds until the chocolate is melted. Mix well and keep aside.
    • Heat a non stick skillet on medium. Add the pumpkin puree and stir until it is dry for 5 minutes. Tip the puree into a bowl and keep aside.
    • In the same pan, add the sugar and 4 tablespoon of water. Once the sugar is melted add the condensed milk. 
    • Increase the heat to medium high and keep on stirring. You'll see the mixture bubbling up pretty rapidly and getting thick. At this stage add the pumpkin puree, butter and vanilla extract.
    • Keep on stirring till the mixture comes off of the pan as you stir. It will not stick to the walls of the pan anymore. And it will easily gather into a ball. Mix in the cashews. Tip this into the parchment lined pan and spread it evenly with a spatula or a knife.
    • Add the chocolate layer on top and swirl it with a fork or a toothpick. Let it cool. Refrigerate for couple of hours. Cut squares with an oiled knife.

    Notes

    Keep refrigerated in an air tight container.
    Tried this recipe?If you like this recipe, I’d love if you can give me a rating and comment! Share this with your family and friends!

    milk toffee with pumpkin & chocolate

     

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    Comments

    1. Saima says

      November 29, 2018 at 8:25 pm

      What a great way to incorporate pumpkin in your diet. I would have never thought of having pumpkin this way!

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        November 29, 2018 at 8:42 pm

        Thank you. I try to sneak in veggies whatever way possible.

        Reply
    2. Danielle Wolter says

      November 29, 2018 at 9:15 pm

      5 stars
      this looks so incredible. I love pumpkin and toffee, so this combination is like magic!

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        November 30, 2018 at 6:57 am

        It sure is magic. One bite and you will know !

        Reply
    3. Chichi Uguru says

      November 29, 2018 at 9:21 pm

      5 stars
      This sure is an amazing recipe. I can’t wait to give it a go.

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        November 30, 2018 at 6:56 am

        It's absolutely delish. It has become our after dinner treat.

        Reply
    4. Tisha says

      November 30, 2018 at 1:46 am

      5 stars
      Pumpkin and chocolate are a great combo! I have to make these asap!

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        November 30, 2018 at 6:55 am

        Chocolate is good on everything !

        Reply
    5. Natalie says

      November 30, 2018 at 1:57 am

      5 stars
      They look so delicious and I love how easy it is to make! I love pumpkin anything ♥

      Reply
      • FFSimaak says

        November 30, 2018 at 6:55 am

        We love pumpkin too. I'm finding ways to get more pumpkin in.

        Reply

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