Pumpkin Mousse with Gingerbread Crumbs Recipe
π Prep Time: 10 minutes
π Total Time: 10 minutes
π½οΈ Servings: 6
Description:
Indulge in the velvety goodness of this Pumpkin Mousse with a delightful hint of gingerbread crumbs! Surprisingly, this recipe incorporates tofu seamlessly, offering a creamy texture without compromising on flavor. For a twist, consider swapping pumpkin with cooked squash or sweet potato. Perfect for dessert, especially during Thanksgiving or any occasion that calls for a healthy, low-cholesterol treat!

Ingredients:
- 1 package (about 12 ounces) soft silken tofu
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup solid-pack pumpkin
For Serving:
- 8 gingersnaps, crushed into crumbs
Instructions:
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Blend Ingredients: Place soft silken tofu, maple syrup, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt into a blender. PurΓ©e until smooth.
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Incorporate Pumpkin: Add half of the solid-pack pumpkin into the blender and purΓ©e again until well combined.
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Creamy Mixture: Transfer the blended mixture into a medium-sized bowl. Beat in the remaining solid-pack pumpkin until the mixture achieves a uniformly creamy consistency.
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Chill: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and deepen.
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Serve: When ready to serve, spoon the chilled pumpkin mousse into decorative bowls. Sprinkle generously with gingersnap crumbs for added texture and flavor.
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Enjoy: Serve immediately to ensure the gingersnap crumbs remain crisp and delightful with every spoonful of pumpkin mousse.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 177.3
- Fat: 2.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 93.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 36.8g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 20.7g
- Protein: 4.2g
Keywords:
Vegetable, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Thanksgiving, Less Than 15 Minutes, No Cook, Easy