When fall rolls around, we can’t get enough pumpkin flavored desserts. Here is a great recipe for pumpkin mousse with maple whipped cream that the whole family will love.
Making pumpkin mousse feels like a real indulgence but the truth is that it is quite easy to whip up. The homemade maple whipped cream is an added treat that goes great with any fall dessert.
Maple whipped cream is also great in coffee, on top of pies, cakes, and even cookies. If you are looking for a way to give your regular dessert recipes a fall twist, just make a batch of this maple whipped cream and top them off with a dollop.
People will think you spent hours baking the perfect fall dessert but just a few minutes go into this delicious topping.
Ingredients needed:
- heavy whipping cream
- real maple syrup, divided
- pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- cream cheese, softened and cubed
- pumpkin pie spice
- vanilla extract
- half & half
- pecan halves (optional)
- ground cinnamon (optional)
- ginger snap cookies (optional)
If you’re not a fan of cream cheese, you can use yogurt and whipped topping like this pumpkin fluff recipe.
How to make pumpkin mousse:
- Beat the pumpkin purée, cream cheese, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, half &half, and remaining maple syrup in a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer until thoroughly blended.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired, and transfer to individual dessert bowls. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
- To serve, remove from refrigerator and top with maple whipped cream, pecans, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired. Enjoy!
How to make homemade maple whipped cream:
- Beat the heavy whipping cream in a large bowl with a hand mixer until it doubles in size.
- Add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and continue beating until light and fluffy.
- Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Printable Pumpkin Mousse Recipe
Pumpkin Mousse and Maple Whipped Cream Recipe
When falls rolls around we can't get enough pumpkin flavored desserts. Here is a great recipe for pumpkin mousse with maple whipped cream that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 1 pint heavy whipping cream
- 6 Tablespoons real maple syrup, divided
- 1 15-oz. can pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened, cubed
- 2 Tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup half & half
- Optional:
- pecan halves
- ground cinnamon, for dusting
- ginger snap cookies, for serving
Instructions
- Beat the heavy whipping cream in a large bowl with a hand mixer until it doubles in size. Add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup and continue beating until light and fluffy. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Beat the pumpkin purée, cream cheese, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, half & half, and remaining maple syrup in a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer until thoroughly blended.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, as desired, and transfer to individual dessert bowls. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
- To serve, remove from refrigerator and top with maple whipped cream, pecans, and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 510Total Fat: 44gSaturated Fat: 27gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 133mgSodium: 161mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 3gSugar: 19gProtein: 6g
Do you have other dessert recipes I can try?
I love sharing my favorite dessert recipes with you! Here are some other fall favorites that I think you will love!
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
- Pumpkin Cheesecake
- Homemade Pumpkin Pie
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Cheesecake
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cheesecake
