Sweet Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey

Pumpkin is a delicious fruit with very beneficial healing properties. It is traditionally enjoyed in December during the celebration of Purísima, but it can also be enjoyed at any time of the year.

A traditional recipe that has been enjoyed by families for generations, the combination of sweet and mild flavors has its roots in the colonial era.

I invite you to prepare this exquisite recipe. We hope you enjoy it!

Sweet Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey

Confectionery
1 hour
Boiled
5 Servings

Ingredients

Sweet Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey

3 cups of Raspadura candy

1 Cut pumpkin in pieces

8 Cloves

2 Cinnamon sticks

1 teaspoon of Grated ginger

4 cups of Water

Preparation (simple version)

Step 1 : Boil the raspadura in water for 20 minutes until completely melted. Sweet Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey - Preparation - Step 1
Step 2 : Add the pumpkin, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and half a cup of water. Sweet Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey - Preparation - Step 2
Step 3 : Cook over low heat for 40 minutes until the mixture thickens. Sweet Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey - Preparation - Step 3
Step 4 : Remove from heat, cool, and enjoy this traditional sweet. Sweet Pumpkin in Raspadura Honey - Preparation - Step 4

Preparation

Step 1 : In a pot, add water and boil the raspadura cups for about 20 minutes or until the raspadura melts.

Step 2 : Once melted, add the pumpkin, cloves, cinnamon, ginger, and 1/2 cup of water, stirring to combine all ingredients.

Step 3 : Allow to cook over low heat for about 40 minutes or until the raspadura has thickened.

Step 4 : Once thickened, remove from heat, let cool, and serve.

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