High Protein Pumpkin Mousse made with silken tofu tastes like a spoonful of pumpkin pie filling melting in your mouth—only with a protein boost. Blend silken tofu, pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a touch of sugar to create a silky, satisfying no‑bake dessert that’s perfect for pumpkin pie lovers.
Nut Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Dairy Free
After the enthusiastic response to the high protein chocolate mousse, making a pumpkin version felt like a natural next step. Silken tofu creates an incredibly smooth mousse, and with Thanksgiving approaching, this pumpkin mousse is an easy, protein‑rich alternative to traditional pie.
This High Protein Pumpkin Mousse made from tofu is…
- Creamy
- Silky smooth
- Packed with pumpkin pie flavor
- A high protein dessert
- Easy to make in a blender
- Made with just six ingredients
If you enjoyed the chocolate tofu mousse, this pumpkin version will likely win you over as well. It’s lower in added sugar than many desserts, yet full of classic fall flavor.
Ingredients You’ll Need to Make High Protein Pumpkin Mousse
You only need six simple ingredients to make this creamy, no‑bake dessert:
- Silken tofu
- Pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- Brown sugar (see notes for alternatives)
- Ground cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Ground ginger
A Note on Sugar Substitutes
This recipe was tested with brown sugar. Coconut sugar can be substituted if you prefer a less refined option. Avoid liquid sweeteners like maple syrup or honey—these will prevent the mousse from setting properly.
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
These are common kitchen tools that will make the recipe simple to prepare:
- High‑powered blender or food processor
- Spatula
- Bowl
- Small serving cups or bowls
How to Make High Protein Pumpkin Mousse
This mousse is quick and straightforward. Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth. Taste and adjust the spices if needed.
Pour the mixture into a bowl or individual serving dishes, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the mousse to thicken.
Once chilled and set, top with whipped cream and shaved chocolate if desired, then serve.
Other No‑Bake Desserts to Try
- High Protein Chocolate Mousse
- Cup of Dirt (healthy chocolate pudding)
- Vegan Chocolate Cream Pie
- Chocolate Icebox Cake
High Protein Pumpkin Mousse Made From Tofu
High Protein Pumpkin Mousse made from tofu is like a spoonful of pumpkin pie filling melting in your mouth, but with a high protein twist. Silken tofu blended with pumpkin, warm spices, and a bit of sugar creates a smooth, satisfying dessert.
- Author: Chelsey
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 1 hour+
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dessert
Ingredients
- 1 package silken tofu
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a high‑powered blender or food processor, combine silken tofu, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mousse into a bowl or individual serving dishes. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- After the mousse has thickened, divide into servings and top with whipped cream and shaved chocolate, if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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