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Pumpkin with Ready-Made Rustic, Semolina, and Yogurt

This comforting dish combines sweet, earthy pumpkin flavors with creamy yogurt, making it perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 700 grams 700 grams of grated pumpkin About 1.5 lbs.
  • 500 grams 500 grams of ready-made pie crust Equivalent to about 1.1 lbs.
  • 200 grams 1 coffee cup of sugar Approximately 7 oz.
  • 100 grams 100 grams of raisins Add a pinch of cinnamon to taste.
  • 2 pieces 2 eggs
  • 720 grams 3 coffee cups of yogurt Approximately 25 oz.
  • 240 ml 1 coffee cup of oil Equivalent to 1 cup.
  • 160 grams 1 coffee cup of wheat semolina Approximately 5.6 oz.
  • 1 packet 1 packet of baking powder
  • 2 packets 2 packets of vanilla sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pour hot water over the raisins in a bowl and set aside to swell. Once plump, drain and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar and vanilla sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the oil and yogurt, mixing well.
  3. Add the wheat semolina and baking powder to the egg mixture and stir until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, combine the grated pumpkin with sugar and cinnamon to taste. Stir well.
Layering
  1. Lay three layers of the pie crust on a clean surface. Spread 3 tablespoons of the filling between the first two layers.
  2. On the third layer, add some of the pumpkin mixture and sprinkle with soaked raisins.
  3. Carefully roll the layers into a log and place in a greased baking dish. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
  4. If there's any leftover filling, spread it over the pumpkin mixture in the dish.
Baking
  1. Slice the rolled pumpkin mixture into pieces with a sharp knife. Bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees Celsius for approximately 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  2. Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Serve warm with yogurt or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. It can also be drizzled with honey or maple syrup for added sweetness. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.