Description
Delicious Pumpkin Crunch Parfaits combine creamy pumpkin mousse with crunchy nuts, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup crushed gingersnap cookies (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped heavy cream to create a light and fluffy mousse consistency.
- In a separate bowl, mix the chopped pecans, sliced almonds, and crushed gingersnap cookies (if using).
- In serving glasses, start with a layer of pumpkin mousse, followed by a sprinkle of the crunchy nut mixture.
- Repeat layers of pumpkin mousse and nut crunch.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a few whole nuts.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve chilled in clear glasses to showcase the beautiful layers. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Pumpkin, Dessert, Parfaits, Fall, Easy Recipe