All the Pumpkin Spice, None of the Heaviness!
This Pumpkin Mousse has all the delicious fall flavors of a slice of pumpkin cheesecake, but it’s so much lighter! It’s whipped and fluffy, so it satisfies my sweet tooth without leaving me feeling stuffed. Plus, it’s super easy to make! I love whipping it up for dinner guests, Thanksgiving gatherings, or just for a cozy night at home with family. Beautiful, tasty, and simple—that’s my kind of dessert!
Ingredients in Light and Fluffy Pumpkin Mousse
To make pumpkin mousse, you’ll need a few simple ingredients to get started. It’s easy to create a parfait in a beautiful glass for your family and friends this holiday season. Scroll below to find the printable recipe card for the full recipe.
Cream cheese – Leave your cream cheese out on the counter to soften. Brown sugar and granulated sugar – Always a fan favorite to add a little extra sweetness. Pumpkin pie spice – All the fall flavors in one pumpkin spice seasoning. Pumpkin puree – You will want to use pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling. Heavy whipping cream – Adds a heavier and thicker consistency. Vanilla – A dash of vanilla extract to add flavor.
How to Make the Best Pumpkin Mousse
This no-bake pumpkin mousse pie is light and fluffy! Layers of deliciousness!
Perfect Pumpkin Mousse Toppings and Garnishes
Start with a heaping scoop of whipped topping on top of your pumpkin mousse, then add:
Chocolate chips Combination of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg sprinkled on top with cloves on the side. A drizzle of chocolate or salted caramel Chopped candied cinnamon pecans Butterscotch chips Crumbled gingersnap cookies or graham crackers Make a pie with graham cracker crust instead of a parfait or a baked homemade pie crust.
Suggestions and Substitutions for this Pumpkin Mousse Recipe
If you’re making pumpkin mousse along with a big meal, you can save time by making the base of the mixture ahead of time, and wait until just before serving to mix in the whipped topping. I love the fact that, unlike pumpkin pie or cheesecake, this dessert is gluten-free! No crust makes it a very easy recipe to make for any of your GF guests. If you are looking to make it dairy-free as well you can easily substitute the whipped topping for whipped coconut milk. All you need is a can of coconut milk that has been refrigerated so it is nice and cold. Then, whip the coconut milk with sugar and vanilla in the recipe until it becomes thick and stiff peaks form. For a lighter version, use light cream cheese instead of regular, and light whipped topping in place of heavy cream. If you are making it with coconut milk, you can also find light coconut milk.
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