Description
A light, airy dessert that captures the essence of autumn with its creamy pumpkin flavor and warm spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for a dairy-free option)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or maple syrup)
- 2 egg whites (or aquafaba for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon clove
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, vanilla extract, and spices.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- In another bowl, whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream and egg whites into the pumpkin mixture.
- Spoon the mixture into individual serving cups and tap gently to release air bubbles.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least two hours.
- Serve topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.
Notes
Use fresh spices for the best flavor and allow the mousse to chill adequately for optimal taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pumpkin, mousse, dessert, autumn, Thanksgiving