Jack O Lantern O Fragrance
Delightfully festive and bursting with autumn flair, the 'Jack O Lantern O Fragrance' recipe turns charming mini pumpkins into edible serving bowls filled with luscious pumpkin mousse. This no-bake dessert combines the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves with creamy whipped mousse for a perfectly balanced treat. The hollowed-out mini pumpkins serve as adorable, eco-friendly containers, making this dessert as visually delightful as it is delicious. With a simple preparation process and show-stopping presentation, this recipe is ideal for Halloween parties or fall gatherings. Garnished with whipped cream and optional candy pumpkins or sprinkles, this make-ahead dessert is a whimsical nod to the season’s cozy and festive vibes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces mini pumpkins (for serving)
- 1.5 cups pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon gelatin powder
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 0.5 cup whipped cream (for garnish)
- as needed candy pumpkins or sprinkles (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Carefully slice the tops off the mini pumpkins and hollow out the insides using a spoon to create serving bowls. Set aside.
In a small bowl, sprinkle the gelatin powder over the cold water. Let it bloom (absorb the water) for about 5 minutes.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir until well incorporated.
Microwave the bloomed gelatin for 10-15 seconds until it is liquefied. Stir the liquefied gelatin into the pumpkin mixture until evenly blended.
In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream using an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form.
Gently fold the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture until smooth and airy.
Scoop the mousse into the prepared hollowed-out mini pumpkins, dividing evenly among them.
Refrigerate the filled pumpkins for at least 2 hours to allow the mousse to set.
Before serving, top each pumpkin mousse with a dollop of whipped cream and garnish with candy pumpkins or sprinkles, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.6 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1158 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
