Description
This Pumpkin Mousse recipe is a delightful fall dessert that combines creamy pumpkin mousse with a hint of spice, topped with a luscious rum-infused whipped cream. It’s a perfect treat for any autumn gathering.
Ingredients
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For the Pumpkin Mousse:
- 1/2 oz unflavored gelatin (2 packets or 14 grams)
- 1 cup milk (any kind)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 15 oz can pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 16 oz sour cream
- 16 oz whipped topping (thawed in the refrigerator)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for garnish)
For the Rum Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp dark or golden rum (or vanilla extract)
Instructions
- Prepare the Gelatin Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine the gelatin and milk. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly until the mixture begins to steam and the gelatin dissolves (do not allow it to boil). Remove from heat and allow it to cool for 15 minutes.
- Make the Pumpkin Mousse: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the sugar, sour cream, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix on medium speed until fully blended. Add the whipped topping and mix on medium-low speed until well combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Incorporate the Gelatin: With the mixer running, slowly drizzle in the cooled gelatin mixture. Once fully incorporated, immediately divide the mousse between individual serving cups. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the mousse to set.
- Make the Rum Whipped Cream: In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar on high speed for about 2 minutes or until thick and whipped. Add the rum (or vanilla extract) and mix just until incorporated—do not over-beat.
- Serve: Just before serving, pipe or dollop the rum whipped cream on top of the mousse and sprinkle with ground cinnamon for garnish.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Mousse, Fall Dessert, Pumpkin Spice, Whipped Cream
