Pumpkin Mousse Recipe

Indulge in a taste of Cal‑a‑Vie Health Spa this holiday season with our signature Pumpkin Mousse, a light, velvety dessert to bring flavor to your table. Chef Felipe will be serving this during our Thanksgiving celebration at the spa, it’s the perfect way to end your holiday meal on a delicious, yet nourishing note. Now, you can recreate it at home and share a little piece of Cal‑a‑Vie with the ones you love this season.

Ingredients

• 2 medium avocados

• 1 cup Organic Pumpkin Puree

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

• 1 tsp. Ground Allspice

• ¼ tsp. Ground Nutmeg

• Pinch of kosher salt

Instructions

1. Start with 1 ½ avocado and put the other ½ aside. If the mousse is too thin, incorporate the other ½.

2. Combine all ingredients in a food processor, turn on, and let blend for 2 minutes.

3. Scrape down the sides and blend for another minute.

4. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Toasted Pumpkin Seeds (Optional Garnish)

• ½ cup Toasted Pumpkin seeds

1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.

2. Place the seeds onto a small baking sheet and roast for about 7 minutes or until the pumpkin seeds start to turn golden.

3. Remove, let cool, and use whole or chop the seeds, then sprinkle on top of your pumpkin mousse.