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Pumpkin Mousse Recipe

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This Pumpkin Mousse is a light and creamy dessert that combines the rich flavors of pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and cheesecake-flavored instant pudding for an easy-to-make treat. Whipped topping adds a fluffy texture, making it perfect for fall gatherings or any time you crave a seasonal delight.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 6.8 ounces cheesecake instant pudding mix (193 grams, 2 (3.4-ounce) boxes)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (52 grams)
  • 1½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (5 grams, plus more for garnish)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup half-and-half (227 grams)
  • 15 ounces pumpkin puree (425 grams, 1 can, not pumpkin pie filling)

Other

  • 8 ounces whipped topping (227 grams, thawed if frozen and divided (1 tub))

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk the cheesecake instant pudding mix, light brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice together in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
  2. Beat Wet Ingredients: Add the half-and-half and pumpkin puree to the dry mixture. Beat with a hand mixer until fully combined, scraping down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula several times to ensure even incorporation.
  3. Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in 2 cups of the whipped topping into the pumpkin mixture until smooth and creamy, reserving the remaining whipped topping for topping the mousse.
  4. Portion and Chill: Spoon the mousse into eight 4-ounce glass serving dishes or one large serving bowl. Cover well with plastic wrap and chill for 15 to 30 minutes to allow the mousse to set slightly and flavors to meld.
  5. Pipe Topping: Using a piping bag fitted with a star tip, pipe the reserved whipped topping over the chilled mousse decoratively.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Lightly sprinkle additional pumpkin pie spice over the whipped topping if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling to avoid unwanted sweetness and spices.
  • Chilling the mousse for at least 15 minutes helps it set but you can refrigerate it longer for a firmer texture.
  • For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of vanilla extract during mixing.
  • This mousse is best served cold and consumed within 2 days for optimal freshness.

Keywords: Pumpkin mousse, pumpkin dessert, no bake pumpkin dessert, fall dessert, cheesecake pudding dessert

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