Description
This easy vegan pumpkin mousse is a light, fluffy, and creamy dessert full of cozy fall flavors. Made with pumpkin puree, whipped aquafaba, and warm spices, it’s dairy-free, egg-free, and perfect for autumn gatherings or a healthier sweet treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup aquafaba (liquid from a can of chickpeas)
- 1/4 tsp cream of tartar (optional but helps stabilize the aquafaba)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- In a separate clean bowl, add the aquafaba and cream of tartar. Beat with an electric mixer for about 5–8 minutes, or until stiff peaks form.
- Carefully fold the whipped aquafaba into the pumpkin mixture in three batches, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
- Spoon the mousse into serving glasses or bowls and chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours to set.
- Serve chilled. Optionally, top with coconut whipped cream or chopped nuts before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the mixing bowl for aquafaba is completely clean and grease-free for best results.
- Chill the mousse for a few hours for the best texture and flavor.
- Add more maple syrup if you prefer a sweeter mousse.
- You can make your own pumpkin spice blend with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- Top with crushed pecans, vegan whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cinnamon before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
