Frozen Pumpkin Mousse with Walnut-Toffee Crunch

Gluten Free
Health score
11%
Frozen Pumpkin Mousse with Walnut-Toffee Crunch
45 min.
4
1246kcal

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Indulge in the seasonal flavors of fall with our delightful Frozen Pumpkin Mousse with Walnut-Toffee Crunch! This gluten-free dessert is an exquisite blend of creamy pumpkin custard and crunchy toffee bits, making it the perfect treat to impress your friends and family at gatherings or festive occasions.

In just 45 minutes, you can create this luscious dessert that promises a luscious balance between the warm spiciness of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg, and the richness of dark rum. The addition of whipped cream gives the mousse a light, airy texture that melts in your mouth, while the walnut-toffee crunch adds a satisfying crunch and a hint of sweetness. It's a beautiful contrast that elevates every bite.

With just 1246 calories for four servings, you can enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that is both satisfying and delicious. Plus, this elegant dessert can be prepared in advance and frozen, making it a convenient option for entertaining. Simply let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving to enjoy the mousse at its best!

So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your taste buds with this perfect frozen treat that captures the essence of autumn in every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups pumpkin puree pure canned
  •  cinnamon sticks 
  • teaspoons t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • tablespoons rum dark
  • large egg yolk 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.3 teaspoon nutmeg 
  • cups cup heavy whipping cream chilled divided
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • 0.7 cup toffee chips (such as Skor;)
  • tablespoon butter unsalted melted
  • 1.3 teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • servings vegetable oil 
  • ounces walnut pieces 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line rimmed baking sheet with foil; brush generously with vegetable oil. Toss nuts, toffee bits, sugar, and salt in medium bowl to blend.
  2. Add butter and toss to coat.
  3. Place mixture in center of prepared sheet; pat to single layer.
  4. Bake until toffee bits are soft (but retain shape), about 15 minutes. Cool crunch completely on sheet.
  5. Transfer to work surface; chop coarsely.
  6. Whisk 3/4 cup whipping cream, sugar, and egg yolks in heavy medium saucepan to blend. Stir over medium-low heat until thickened to pudding consistency, about 10 minutes (do not boil).
  7. Transfer mixture to large bowl.
  8. Mix in pumpkin, rum, vanilla, ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, salt, and allspice. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, stirring occasionally, about 40 minutes.
  9. Beat remaining 1 1/4 cups cream in another large bowl until cream holds peaks.
  10. Transfer 1/2 cup whipped cream to medium bowl for garnish; cover and chill. Fold remaining whipped cream into pumpkin mixture. Cover and refrigerate mousse at least 4 hours and up to 1 day.
  11. In each of 4 medium (10-ounce) goblets, layer 1/3 cup mousse and generous tablespoon crunch. Repeat 2 more times (some crunch may be left). If necessary, whisk reserved 1/2 cup whipped cream to soft peaks. Pipe or drop dollop of cream onto mousse in each goblet. Cover; freeze overnight. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep frozen.
  12. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.)
  13. Garnish with cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1246kcal
Protein3.97%
Fat69.26%
Carbs26.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
62.77
Glycemic Load
39.67
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
25.580000037732%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1245.86kcal
62.29%
Fat:97.27g
149.65%
Saturated Fat:43.35g
270.91%
Carbohydrates:84.58g
28.19%
Net Carbohydrates:78.33g
28.48%
Sugar:73.48g
81.65%
Cholesterol:412.5mg
137.5%
Sodium:247.89mg
10.78%
Alcohol:2.93g
100%
Alcohol %:1.04%
100%
Protein:12.56g
25.11%
Vitamin A:14530.5IU
290.61%
Manganese:1.87mg
93.5%
Vitamin K:45.28µg
43.12%
Phosphorus:294.01mg
29.4%
Copper:0.59mg
29.35%
Vitamin E:4.34mg
28.93%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.97%
Selenium:18.05µg
25.79%
Fiber:6.25g
25.01%
Calcium:211.57mg
21.16%
Vitamin D:3.1µg
20.69%
Magnesium:77.13mg
19.28%
Folate:74.07µg
18.52%
Iron:3.04mg
16.87%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.24%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.84%
Potassium:469.09mg
13.4%
Zinc:1.92mg
12.83%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.11%
Vitamin B12:0.65µg
10.9%
Vitamin C:4.55mg
5.52%
Vitamin B3:0.78mg
3.91%
Source:Epicurious