Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

Creamy and Crispy Mousse Dessert

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 5h 20m
Total Time: 5h 30m
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (16 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

195
calories
5g
fat
33g
carbohydrates
4g
protein
106mg
cholesterol
39mg
sodium
Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

Recipe Description

This Ginger Pumpkin Mousse is made with love and ingredients that marry together, perfectly. This unusual but simply delicious creamy mousse, topped with crispy ginger snaps can be prepared before serving and set in the refrigerator for a few hours to serve chilled.

You may need to prepare a few extra because one is just never enough!

To make Ginger Pumpkin Mousse, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Add sugar and gelatin

    1 min
    Step 1 - Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

    In a medium saucepan, add sugar and gelatin and stir to mix.

  2. 2

    Add eggs and milk

    3 min
    Step 2 - Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

    Add eggs and milk and whisk to combine.

  3. 3

    Cook mixture

    3 min
    Step 3 - Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

    Bring pot to medium heat and cook until gelatin is dissolved and mixture just begins to bubble. Remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Add flavor

    3 min
    Step 4 - Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

    Add pumpkin, ginger and vanilla extract and stir to flavor through.

  5. 5

    Add dessert topping

    20 min
    Step 5 - Ginger Pumpkin MousseStep 5 - Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

    Transfer mixture to a large bowl and cool for about 20 minutes before adding the dessert topping and folding through.

  6. 6

    Chill

    5h
    Step 6 - Ginger Pumpkin MousseStep 6 - Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

    Spoon mixture into 6 x 6-ounce tall serving glasses or dishes. Cover wrap and chill for about 5 hours to chill and set.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Step 7 - Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

    Top each serving with a crunchy, gingersnap half and serve.

Try this deliciously smooth Ginger Pumpkin Mousse for a unique and flavorsome dessert idea to serve to your guests. Let us know what you think of this flavor combination and tag #cookmerecipes online to share your thoughts with us!

About the author

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Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Fiona
January 11, 2025
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Simply delicious mousse

Ursula
August 26, 2024
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This Ginger Pumpkin Mousse is simply superb! I made it for a family gathering, and everyone couldn't stop raving about it. The ginger snaps on top add the perfect crunch. It's such a simple recipe, but it felt fancy. Can't wait to make it again soon!

Zoe
July 19, 2024
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Amazing! Made this for my kids' Halloween party, and they devoured it! The ginger snaps on top were a hit. Can't wait to make it again.

Daisy Johnson
April 14, 2024
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Yummiest mousse ever!

Jane Smith
February 6, 2024
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I made the Ginger Pumpkin Mousse for our family gathering, and it was a hit! The flavor is just amazing, and it's so easy to whip up. Everyone asked for seconds, and I will be making this again for sure.

Zara
December 29, 2023
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The Ginger Pumpkin Mousse was simply amazing. I made it for a family gathering, and everyone loved it. The combination of flavors was perfect, and the ginger snaps added a nice crunch. I'll definitely make this again for the holidays.

Xena Roberts
October 5, 2023
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So creamy, loved it

Charles
May 2, 2023
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Delicious!

Quezzy
November 28, 2022
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Simply pumpkin delicious!

Yasmin
September 12, 2022
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Absolutely loved this mousse, it’s delish! Perfect for autumn vibes.

Wendy
July 4, 2022
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Super easy dessert!

Yasmin
March 28, 2021
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Delicious. I made this for a family gathering and it vanished in no time. The kids loved the creamy texture and the ginger snap topping was a hit. It felt special to serve something so unique. Will defintely make it again.

Brianna Smith
February 4, 2021
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Yum!

Willy
July 11, 2020
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Superb ginger dessert! My wife and I loved it. The flavors mixed so well, and making it was a breeze. We enjoyed it after dinner and just couldn't resist having another! Perfect for special occasions.

Frank Johnson
March 19, 2020
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Man, this Ginger Pumpkin Mousse is the bomb! I whipped it up for my Halloween party and everyone was raving. It’s super easy and tastes like fall. Plus, those ginger snaps on top? Perfect crunch! Will def make again.

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