Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Mousse that’s perfect for a light dessert or snack!
Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Mousse
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (preferably low-fat or full-fat)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger)
- A pinch of salt
- Whipped cream or Greek yogurt for topping (optional)
- Crushed nuts or granola for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Blend the Ingredients:
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and Adjust:
- Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or spice as desired.
- Chill:
- Transfer the mousse to serving dishes or bowls. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and the mousse firm up.
- Serve:
- Before serving, give the mousse a gentle stir. Top with whipped cream or Greek yogurt and garnish with crushed nuts or granola if desired.
Tips:
- For a lighter texture, you can fold in some whipped cream after blending.
- This mousse can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your creamy and nutritious pumpkin cottage cheese mousse!