Description
A delightful dessert that blends pumpkin puree with warm spices and whipped cream for a light yet indulgent experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin purée (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon gelatin (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pumpkin purée, brown sugar, spices, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture in batches, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- If using gelatin, dissolve it in warm water and mix it into the pumpkin mixture before combining.
- Spoon the mousse into individual serving cups and chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Garnish with cinnamon or crushed graham crackers before serving.
Notes
Be gentle when folding to keep the mousse light and airy. Chilling is crucial for the best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pumpkin mousse, dessert, fall recipe, easy dessert, festive dessert