Pumpkin Mousse
Experience the essence of autumn with this luscious pumpkin mousse that envelops your taste buds in a delightful blend of spices and creamy goodness. Perfect for any fall celebration, this dessert is easy to prepare yet impressively elegant. Each spoonful offers a taste of cozy pumpkin patches and warm gatherings, making it an irresistible treat for family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours chilling time
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp unflavored gelatin powder
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Sprinkle gelatin over water in a bowl and let sit for 5 minutes until spongy.
- Whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice in a large bowl until smooth.
- Place bloomed gelatin over simmering water, stirring until dissolved.
- In another bowl, whip cold heavy cream until soft peaks form (about 3-5 minutes).
- Gently incorporate whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture using a spatula.
- Spoon into cups and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg