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Healthy Pumpkin Mousse

Irresistibly Creamy Healthy Pumpkin Mousse for Fall Bliss

Enjoy a deliciously creamy and nutritious Healthy Pumpkin Mousse that captures the essence of fall.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Mousse Base
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin ensure it's pure pumpkin without added sugars
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt can use dairy-free yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use pure vanilla for best results
Spice Blend
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for seasonal flair
  • 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg just a pinch to avoid overpowering
  • 0.5 teaspoon ginger reduce for less spice
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup whipped cream coconut whipped cream for dairy-free option
  • 0.5 cup chopped nuts such as pecans or walnuts for crunch

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Mousse Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of canned pumpkin, 1 cup of Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Blend on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 0.5 teaspoon of nutmeg, and 0.5 teaspoon of ginger to the mixture. Mix on low speed for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Taste the mousse base. If desired, add an extra teaspoon of honey or maple syrup and mix again.
  4. Transfer the mousse to individual serving cups or a large bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Remove from the refrigerator, top with whipped cream and chopped nuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2700IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Quality ingredients like pure canned pumpkin enhance flavor. Adjust sweetness to your preference and chill properly for the best texture.

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