Description
Cranberry Mousse Pie is a stunning dessert that combines the tartness of cranberries with a light, airy texture, all nestled in a crunchy gingersnap crust. This no-bake treat is perfect for holiday gatherings, family dinners, or any casual get-together. With its vibrant color and unique flavor profile, it’s sure to impress your guests. The creamy mousse made from fresh cranberries and whipped topping offers a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess, making every bite a refreshing experience. Whether garnished with whipped cream or sugared cranberries, this pie is an elegant addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon vanilla paste
- 8 ounces Cool Whip Extra Creamy Whipped Topping
- 2 cups gingersnap crumbs
- 5 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare a buttered 10-inch pie plate.
- Cook cranberries with sugar and water in a saucepan until thickened; blend until smooth and chill.
- Mix gingersnap crumbs with melted butter and press into the pie plate; refrigerate.
- Blend cranberry puree with cream cheese and vanilla until smooth; fold in Cool Whip.
- Spread mousse into the gingersnap crust and chill for several hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg