Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy Pumpkin Mousse, a delightful no-bake dessert perfect for fall. This luscious treat combines the warm flavors of pumpkin with a hint of spices, topped with a dollop of whipped cream for a finishing touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Mousse:
- 1 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- pinch of salt
For Topping:
- extra whipped cream
- cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Mousse: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the pumpkin purée, powdered sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt. Mix until well combined and creamy.
- Whip the Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until fully incorporated and fluffy.
- Chill and Serve: Spoon the mousse into small dessert cups or bowls and chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Top with extra whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute whipped topping for heavy cream.
- You can also serve this mousse layered with crushed graham crackers or gingersnap cookies for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
