As soon as autumn arrives, my mind naturally starts to focus on all things pumpkin. Therefore, today I’d like to share a yummy pumpkin recipe with you. Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits have a creamy and light texture and are loaded with delicious pumpkin spice. Because these scrumptious parfaits are extremely easy to make, they are the perfect dessert to make on a busy day.

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Gluten-Free Option!

Need a gluten-free dessert option this Thanksgiving for your gluten-free guests? You guessed it! Simply tweak Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits to be gluten-free (see the recipe for details)!

Delicious Breakfast Parfaits

I personally love it when I can make a tasty treat ahead of time. Since the holidays are super busy, 7 Healthy Overnight Breakfast Parfaits may be just what you need to start the day. These delicious parfaits can also be modified to be gluten-free, paleo, vegan, and vegetarian and make a nice little addition to breakfast for overnight guests.

Ready!

One recipe for Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits will yield four (2 cups each) parfaits and require only 1 hour of refrigeration before serving. However, another option is to simply refrigerate them overnight.

Yield: Makes 2 (16-ounce) Parfaits

Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Additional Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

A light, creamy, and delightful pumpkin dessert.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (GF Option: use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs)
• 1 (1-ounce sugar-free OR 3.56-ounce regular) package instant white chocolate pudding mix (GF Option: use gluten-free brand of pudding)
• 1 cup fat free milk
• 15 ounce canned pumpkin (without spices added)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 16-ounce carton whipped topping; divided (GF Option: 2 cups heavy cream, whipped)
• Dash of ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Place pudding mix into a large mixing bowl. Whisk milk into the pudding mix until the mixture starts to thicken.
2. Whisk pumpkin spice and pumpkin puree into the pudding mixture.
3. Fold in 8 ounces of whipped topping.
4. Carefully spoon 2 tablespoons graham cracker crumbs into the bottom of a parfait glass. Spoon in 4 - 5 tablespoons pumpkin mixture, followed by 2 tablespoons whipped topping. Repeat the layering process until the glass is full.
5. Garnish with a dollop of whipped topping, a sprinkle of nutmeg, and/or graham cracker crumbs.
6. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving, (or overnight).

A Fabulous Dessert!

Dessert parfaits are always crowd-pleasing little treats and are suitable for any holiday. 

Now’s a perfect time to grab your parfait glasses and start creating your very own Pumpkin Mousse Parfaits.

Happy holidays!

Linda

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