Description
Creamy pumpkin mousse delights taste buds with its rich autumn essence. Silky smooth texture and warm spices make this dessert a seasonal favorite for all.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream (236 ml)
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup sugar (50 g)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whip the heavy cream to soft, billowy peaks using an electric mixer, creating a light and airy texture.
- In a separate mixing bowl, blend the pumpkin puree with sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-incorporated.
- Carefully fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture, using a gentle, sweeping motion to maintain the cream’s delicate structure and prevent deflating.
- Transfer the mousse into individual serving dishes, ensuring an even distribution and attractive presentation.
- Chill the mousse in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to set completely.
- Before serving, optionally enhance the dessert with a delicate dusting of ground cinnamon or a dollop of freshly whipped cream for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Swap heavy cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version that maintains the luscious texture and adds a subtle tropical hint.
- Use monk fruit sweetener or stevia instead of sugar to create a low-carb, diabetic-friendly dessert without compromising sweetness.
- Enhance the mousse’s protein content by gently folding in Greek yogurt, which will provide a tangy flavor and creamy consistency.
- For a festive presentation, layer the mousse in small glass jars or parfait glasses, creating elegant individual servings that impress guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 151 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 3 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 42 mg