Description
A creamy and nostalgic Pumpkin Mousse that captures the essence of fall with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup heavy cream (or substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon gelatin or agar-agar (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Pumpkin: If using fresh pumpkin, roast at 350°F until tender, cool, and scoop flesh. For canned pumpkin, measure out the required quantity.
- Whip the Cream: Beat the heavy cream in a medium bowl until soft peaks form.
- Mix the Pumpkin Base: In another bowl, mix pumpkin puree, maple syrup, spices, vanilla extract, and gelatin until smooth.
- Combine: Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until well combined.
- Chill: Spoon the mixture into serving vessels and chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- Serve: Top with whipped cream, crushed graham crackers, or chopped pecans before serving.
Notes
Ensure gentle folding of the whipped cream to maintain lightness. Adjust sweetness as needed by tasting the mixture before chilling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pumpkin, mousse, dessert, fall, creamy, easy, family recipe