Creamy Pumpkin Orange Dessert with Agar-Agar

Step 1: Preparing the Pumpkin Orange Layer
Blend Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the pumpkin puree, fresh orange juice, orange zest, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir well to blend the flavors.
Heat and Dissolve Agar-Agar
Place the saucepan over medium heat and sprinkle in the agar-agar powder. Stir continuously to ensure it dissolves completely, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, as agar-agar requires heat to activate fully.
Adjust Sweetness
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness with additional sugar if needed, keeping in mind that the flavors will mellow slightly when set.
Pour and Set
Once everything is well-mixed, pour the pumpkin-orange mixture into individual serving glasses or a small baking dish. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until fully set and firm.
Step 2: Preparing the Creamy Coconut Layer
Combine Ingredients
In another saucepan, combine the coconut milk (or heavy cream if preferred), honey or sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir until well-blended.
Add Agar-Agar and Heat
Sprinkle in the agar-agar powder and place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly until the agar-agar has dissolved completely (around 2-3 minutes).
Cool Slightly
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, just for a couple of minutes, so it doesn’t melt the pumpkin-orange layer when poured.
Step 3: Assembling the Dessert
Layer the Coconut Cream
Once the pumpkin-orange layer has set, pour the creamy coconut mixture on top, creating a beautiful layered look. Refrigerate again for at least 1 hour, or until the entire dessert is well set.