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Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Mousse

5-Minute Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Mousse

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This creamy pumpkin spice mousse is like a cozy hug in dessert form—perfect for fall or any time you crave something rich yet light. The kids adore it, and it’s packed with protein. Quick to make and delicious when chilled.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup pure pumpkin puree, blotted dry
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. In a high-powered blender, combine the cottage cheese and softened cream cheese. Blend on high until the mixture is completely silky smooth with no graininess. This crucial step may take 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the blotted pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla. Blend again until fully incorporated and smooth.
  3. Spoon the mousse into two small serving dishes.
  4. Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the mousse to set and the flavors to meld.
  5. Serve with a sprinkle of cinnamon or graham cracker crumbs for an extra touch.

Notes

  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the creamiest texture.
  • Blot the pumpkin puree well to avoid excess moisture.
  • Chill for best results.
  • Author: Emily Frost
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg