Pumpkin Mousse
Indulge in the silky sweetness of pumpkin mousse, a delightful dessert that captures the essence of autumn. This easy-to-make treat combines creamy pumpkin puree with warm spices, creating a light and luscious experience that will wow your guests. Perfect for Thanksgiving or cozy nights in, this mousse is a celebration of flavor and texture that warms your soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (freshly grated)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp gelatin powder (unflavored)
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Bloom the gelatin by sprinkling it over cold water in a small bowl; let sit for about 5 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form.
- Fold half of the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture, then gently fold in the remaining cream.
- Warm the bloomed gelatin in the microwave for 10 seconds until liquid; stir into the pumpkin mix quickly.
- Spoon into serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg