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Cranberry Mousse Pie

Delicious Cranberry Mousse Pie for a No-Bake Holiday Treat

This Cranberry Mousse Pie is a light, no-bake treat that perfectly balances tart cranberries and a gingersnap crust.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups gingersnap crumbs Can be swapped with graham cracker crumbs.
  • 1/2 cup melted butter Essential for binding the crust.
For the Filling
  • 12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries Can use canned cranberry sauce but adjust sugar.
  • 1 cup sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 cup water Used in cooking cranberries.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Use brick-style for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla paste Can substitute with vanilla extract.
  • 8 ounces Cool Whip Extra Creamy Whipped Topping Could replace with homemade whipped cream (about 2 cups).
For Garnishing
  • 1 cup whipped topping or sweetened whipped cream For topping.
  • 1/2 cup sugared cranberries Coat rinsed cranberries in sugar.
  • 1/4 cup mint leaves Fresh leaves for garnish.

Equipment

  • 10-inch Pie Plate
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • high-speed blender or food processor
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Butter a 10-inch pie plate thoroughly. Combine gingersnap crumbs with melted butter in a mixing bowl and press into the pie plate.
  2. Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 15 minutes until cranberries burst.
  3. Transfer the cranberry mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Chill the puree in the refrigerator.
  4. In a food processor, blend the chilled cranberry puree with cream cheese and vanilla paste until smooth.
  5. Gently fold in the Cool Whip Extra Creamy Whipped Topping until no streaks remain.
  6. Pour the cranberry filling into the prepared crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Before serving, garnish with whipped topping, sugared cranberries, and mint leaves. Cut into slices and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the pie to chill overnight for the best flavor and texture. Garnishing ideas include adding fresh berries or zest for a stunning presentation.

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