Pumpkin Mousse Recipe
This light and fluffy Pumpkin Mousse is a creamy, spiced dessert perfect for fall gatherings or a healthy treat anytime. Made with coconut milk or heavy cream and pumpkin puree, it blends the natural sweetness of pumpkin with warming cinnamon and vanilla for a deliciously airy mousse that can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for a thicker texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 cup coconut milk (full fat, thick creamy portion only) or heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar or sweetener of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Coconut Milk or Cream: If using canned coconut milk, open the can and scoop out only the thick, creamy portion from the top, discarding the coconut water underneath. Measure out 1 cup of this thick cream or use 1 cup of heavy cream as an alternative.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the coconut milk or heavy cream, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar (or preferred sweetener), cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Whip the Mixture: Using hand beaters or a stand mixer, whip the ingredients until the mixture becomes thick, light, and fluffy. This process usually takes several minutes. Whipping by hand is possible but may result in a less airy texture.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the mousse immediately in bowls or parfait glasses for a lighter texture. Alternatively, transfer the mousse to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip, chill it in the refrigerator to allow it to thicken further, then pipe into individual serving glasses. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a cinnamon graham cracker for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Use powdered sweeteners to achieve the thickest mousse texture; liquid sweeteners will make the mousse less stiff.
- Full fat canned coconut milk works best to create a creamy, dairy-free mousse.
- The mousse can be served immediately or chilled for a firmer consistency.
- When chilling in a pastry bag, piping the mousse adds a decorative touch to presentations.
- Add a cinnamon graham cracker topping for extra crunch and flavor.
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