Description
This Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream Board is a delightful and festive fall-themed dessert platter featuring fluffy whipped cream infused with warm pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon, paired with an assortment of crunchy cookies and fresh fruits. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights, this no-cook recipe combines creamy textures with sweet and spicy flavors for an irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Whipped Cream Mixtures
- 2 cups heavy cream, divided
- 6 tbsp powdered sugar, divided
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice + 2 tbsp pumpkin purée
- 1 tsp cinnamon + 1 tbsp maple syrup
Accompaniments
- Graham crackers
- Gingersnap cookies
- Shortbread cookies
- Fresh apple slices
- Fresh strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, and 2 tablespoons of pumpkin purée until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Prepare Cinnamon Maple Whipped Cream: In a separate bowl, whip the remaining 1 cup of heavy cream with 3 tablespoons of powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
- Assemble the Board: On a large serving board or platter, arrange dollops or piped swirls of the pumpkin spice whipped cream and cinnamon maple whipped cream in clusters.
- Add Accompaniments: Arrange graham crackers, gingersnap cookies, and shortbread cookies around the whipped cream. Add fresh apple slices and fresh strawberries to fill gaps and add freshness.
- Serve and Enjoy: Present the board immediately for guests to scoop the flavored whipped creams onto cookies and fruit slices for a delicious fall-inspired dessert experience.
Notes
- Use cold heavy cream for best whipping results.
- Pumpkin purée adds moisture, so careful not to over-whip to avoid breaking the cream.
- Adjust sweetness by modifying powdered sugar quantities to taste.
- This dessert board is best served fresh and consumed within a few hours.
- Experiment with other seasonal spices or toppings like chopped nuts for variety.
