Description
These No-Bake Pumpkin Cream Cheese Mousse Cups are a dreamy autumn treat combining smooth cream cheese, rich pumpkin puree, and festive pumpkin pie spices. Light, fluffy, and beautifully spiced, this easy-to-make dessert is perfect for fall gatherings or any time you crave a creamy pumpkin delight without the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Mousse Base
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Whipped Cream
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
Garnish
- 1/4 cup crushed gingersnap cookies
- Optional: whipped cream for an extra topping
Instructions
- Beat cream cheese: Place the softened cream cheese in a large mixing bowl. Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat until smooth and creamy without any lumps.
- Combine pumpkin mixture: Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to the bowl. Mix on low speed until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth.
- Whip cream: In a separate bowl, whip the chilled heavy cream using a whisk or electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, creating a light and fluffy texture.
- Fold whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture with a spatula, combining carefully to keep the whipped cream’s airy texture and ensure an even mix.
- Fill serving cups: Spoon or pipe the mousse into individual cups or glasses, filling them about three-quarters full for a nice presentation.
- Chill the mousse: Cover each cup with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set and develop the perfect texture.
- Add garnish: Just before serving, sprinkle crushed gingersnap cookies on top of each mousse cup. Optionally, add a dollop of whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- The cream cheese should be softened to room temperature for easy mixing and smooth texture.
- Be sure to whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks for optimal mousse lightness.
- Gently folding the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture maintains the mousse’s fluffy texture.
- Chilling for at least 2 hours is essential for the mousse to set properly.
- Gingersnap cookie garnish adds a pleasant crunch and complements the pumpkin spice flavors.
- Can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator, covered tightly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mousse cup (about 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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