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Pumpkin Mousse Pie

Savor the Fall with No-Bake Pumpkin Mousse Pie Delight

This no-bake pumpkin mousse pie offers a delightful autumn flavor, featuring a fluffy pumpkin filling and a crunchy gingersnap crust, perfect for Thanksgiving.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs Feel free to use graham cracker or chocolate cookie crumbs if preferred.
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Melted for easy mixing.
  • 1 pinch kosher salt Enhances the flavor.
For the Mousse
  • 8 ounces cream cheese At room temperature for easy whipping.
  • 0.33 cups powdered sugar Sweetens the mousse.
  • 1 cup pure pumpkin puree Canned puree is best for consistency.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth to the flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice Infuses the mousse with autumn spices.
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Very cold cream works best for whipping.
For the Topping
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth to the topping.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Pie Plate
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, mix gingersnap cookie crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and a pinch of kosher salt. Stir until the crumbs are fully coated and moistened. Transfer this mixture to a 9-inch pie plate, pressing it firmly into the bottom and up the sides. Freeze the crust for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the crust is chilling, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add pure pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until completely combined.
  3. In a separate, chilled bowl, whip heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes. Be careful not to over-whip.
  4. Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the pumpkin mousse mixture, maintaining its airy texture. Then fold in the remaining whipped cream in two batches. Pour the pumpkin filling into the prepared gingersnap crust, smoothing the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
  5. In a clean bowl, whip together heavy cream, powdered sugar, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract until fluffy. Spread this topping over the chilled pie and sprinkle with a dash of ground cinnamon before serving.
  6. Let the pie sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before slicing for easier serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing; chill your mixing tools when whipping cream for better results. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels of the mousse before filling the crust.

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