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Pumpkin Mousse Pie: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe You Must Try


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

For the Crust:
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Mousse:
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
– ½ cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
– ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
– 1 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
– 2 tablespoons cold water

For Topping:
– Whipped cream (optional)
– Ground cinnamon (for dusting)


Instructions

Making Pumpkin Mousse Pie is a straightforward process if you follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well blended.
3. Form the Crust: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool completely.
4. Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
5. Prepare the Gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin over the cold water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes to soften.
6. Combine Pumpkin Mixture: In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger until smooth.
7. Melt the Gelatin: Gently heat the gelatin mixture in the microwave for about 10 seconds or until melted. Stir it into the pumpkin mixture.
8. Fold in the Whipped Cream: Carefully fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until fully combined and smooth.
9. Fill the Crust: Pour the mousse into the cooled graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
10. Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until set.
11. Serve: Before serving, top with additional whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible Pumpkin Mousse Pie effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 8
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Fat: 18g
  • Protein: 3g