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Easy Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Mousse

A delightful, creamy dessert perfect for fall, rich in protein, and quick to make, offering the delicious flavor of pumpkin and warm spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese Use fully blended for the smoothest texture.
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree Fresh or canned pumpkin puree can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt Can use flavored yogurt for a twist.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

Preparation

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
  • Transfer to serving dishes and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
  • Serve chilled, garnished with additional pumpkin pie spice or a dollop of Greek yogurt if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

To keep your mousse fresh, store it in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, but best enjoyed within the first day or two for optimal flavor and texture. You can add chocolate chips for sweetness or nuts for crunch.
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