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Cranberry Mousse Pie

Irresistibly Creamy Cranberry Mousse Pie for Your Holidays

Cranberry Mousse Pie is a no-bake dessert featuring tart cranberries in a gingersnap crust, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mousse
  • 12 oz Fresh or Frozen Cranberries Fresh is preferred for optimal taste.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Use brick-style and softened.
  • 1 tbl Vanilla Paste Can substitute with vanilla extract.
  • 8 oz Cool Whip Extra Creamy Whipped Topping Can substitute with homemade sweetened whipped cream.
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Gingersnap Crumbs Can be made from crushed gingersnap cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter
For Garnish
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping/Sweetened Whipped Cream
  • 1/2 cup Sugared Cranberries
  • 10 leaves Mint Leaves

Equipment

  • blender
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Pie plate
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Step 1: Prepare the Pie Plate by lightly buttering a 10-inch pie plate.
  2. Step 2: Cook the Cranberries by combining fresh or frozen cranberries, sugar, and water over medium heat. Stir for about 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Puree the Mixture in a blender until smooth, then chill in the refrigerator.
  4. Step 4: Make the Gingersnap Crust by mixing gingersnap crumbs and melted butter and pressing them into the pie plate.
  5. Step 5: Combine Cream Cheese and Cranberry Puree until smooth.
  6. Step 6: Fold in the Whipped Topping gently to maintain texture.
  7. Step 7: Fill the Chilled Crust with the cranberry mousse, smoothing the surface.
  8. Step 8: Chill to Set, covering the pie and refrigerating for several hours or overnight.
  9. Step 9: Garnish Before Serving with whipped topping, sugared cranberries, and mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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