SPICED PUMPKIN MOUSSE

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"Kids love to dip into this pumpkin mousse!" Gingersnaps add crunch to this creamy, smooth-as-silk mousse that's spiced just right. -Lara Pennell, Mauldin, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
4-1/2 teaspoons cold water
3 egg yolks
3/4 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups canned pumpkin
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
18 gingersnap cookies, divided

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over water; let stand for 1 minute or until softened. Beat in egg yolks and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until a thermometer reads 160° and mixture has thickened, about 5 minutes. , Transfer to a small bowl; beat until cool and thickened, about 3 minutes. Beat in pumpkin and spices. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until set., In a small bowl, beat cream and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Fold into pumpkin mixture., Coarsely crumble 12 gingersnaps; sprinkle into six parfait or dessert dishes. Spoon or pipe mousse over the top. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until set. Just before serving, garnish with remaining gingersnaps.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 27g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 184mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Clari Joseph
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This mousse is a little time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a show-stopping dessert that will impress your guests.


Soniya Pariyar
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I love the addition of the whipped cream and cinnamon on top. It really makes the dish look and taste special.


Affaan Gee
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This mousse is a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree. It's also a delicious and festive dessert for Halloween or Thanksgiving.


Syed Taimoorali
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this mousse. It's not too sweet and the spices are well-balanced.


Thando noluthando
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This is the best pumpkin mousse I've ever had. The texture is perfect and the flavor is amazing.


Rasel Sathy
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I made this mousse for a potluck dinner and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Brooklyn Bennett
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This mousse is perfect for fall gatherings. It's light and airy, but still has a rich, pumpkin flavor.


Babra Jalal
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I was a little skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it. It's now my go-to pumpkin dessert.


Paterick Perres
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This mousse is delicious! I especially love the hint of nutmeg. It really brings out the flavor of the pumpkin.


fesum abera
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I've made this mousse several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly.


Miles Lesego Moatshe
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This pumpkin mousse was a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner! It was light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness and spice. I loved the addition of the whipped cream and cinnamon on top. It really made the dish look and taste special.