CHOCOLATE-PUMPKIN MOUSSE

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The chocolate and pumpkin complement each other wonderfully in this airy, yet richly decadent dessert. I've even given it as a gift and heard about it for months afterward. For an elegant and picture-perfect dessert, garnish with whipped cream, shaved chocolate, and 'Pirouette' cookies--the round, cream-filled, wafer, stick cookies that come in a tin.

Provided by Lisa

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 4h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup water
1 (.25 ounce) package unflavored gelatin
1 cup milk
⅓ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
4 large eggs, separated
1 ½ cups pumpkin puree
3 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Pour water into a small bowl and sprinkle gelatin over top to soften. Set aside.
  • Combine milk, 1/3 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until sugar has dissolved and mixture is just starting to boil, 4 to 5 minutes. Add gelatin mixture and stir until completely dissolved. Add chocolate chips and stir until completely melted.
  • Whisk egg yolks in a small bowl and pour into the chocolate mixture. Continue to heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and almost boiling. Add pumpkin puree and stir until smooth. Remove from the heat.
  • Beat egg whites in a glass, metal, or ceramic bowl until frothy. Gradually add remaining 3 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, continuing to beat until stiff peaks form. Fold egg whites into the pumpkin custard in 3 batches.
  • Spoon mousse into 8 ramekins and place in the refrigerator until chilled, at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220.2 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 95.4 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 52.8 mg, Sugar 26.8 g

Dina Nath Das
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Overall, I thought this mousse was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Abou Tamara
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my mousse turned out grainy. I think I might have overcooked it.


Deme Hassan
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This mousse is a bit too time-consuming to make. I would prefer a dessert that is easier to prepare.


Julia Katelyn
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I found this mousse to be a bit too dense. I would prefer a lighter and airier mousse.


bisma gujjar
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This mousse is a bit too bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some spices or extracts to give it more flavor.


vriti mondol
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I'm not a fan of the chocolate and pumpkin combination. I think they clash a bit.


sun set
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This mousse is a bit too rich for me. I think I would prefer a lighter dessert.


Umer Sultan
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I had a little trouble getting the mousse to set. I think I might have overbeaten it.


ruaa um 7ala
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I found that this mousse was a little too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


MD Riayz
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This mousse is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


md sahed Vip
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I topped my mousse with whipped cream and chocolate shavings and it was heavenly.


adrian olszowski
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I added a little bit of cinnamon and nutmeg to my mousse and it gave it a really nice warm flavor.


Abraham Conteh
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This mousse is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. I had some leftover from making pumpkin pie and this was the perfect way to use it up.


Bimal chokami
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I love the presentation of this mousse. I served it in individual ramekins and it looked so elegant.


Marie Rasmussen
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This mousse is so easy to make. I was able to whip it up in no time. It's also a great make-ahead dessert. I made it the day before I needed it and it was still perfect.


gwzif asmain
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I love that this mousse is made with real pumpkin. It gives it a delicious homemade flavor. I also like that it's not too sweet.


Rtyu Mia
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This mousse is the perfect fall dessert. It's warm and comforting, and the chocolate and pumpkin flavors go together perfectly.


Jamie Ray
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I'm not usually a fan of pumpkin desserts, but this mousse changed my mind. It's so rich and decadent, but not too sweet. I'll definitely be making it again.


You nice
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I made this mousse for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. It's so easy to make and it looks really impressive.


Katey Blevins
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This chocolate pumpkin mousse was a delight! The combination of chocolate and pumpkin was divine, and the mousse was so light and fluffy. It was the perfect dessert for a special occasion.