Description
This show-stopping Cranberry Mousse Pie offers the perfect harmony of tart, vibrant cranberries and a velvety, cloud-like texture. It is an ideal centerpiece for holiday gatherings or cozy winter evenings. This beginner-friendly recipe creates a Pinterest-worthy dessert that is as easy to assemble as it is impressive. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a light, Greek yogurt-infused mousse filling, every bite delivers a refreshing burst of seasonal flavor that guests will absolutely adore.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
12 ounces fresh or frozen cranberries
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl and press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish.
Bake the crust for 8 minutes and let it cool completely.
Simmer cranberries, sugar, orange zest, and lemon juice in a saucepan over medium heat for 10 minutes until berries burst, then cool to room temperature.
Beat heavy whipping cream and vanilla in a chilled bowl until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the Greek yogurt into the cooled cranberry base, then fold in the whipped cream until airy.
Spread the mousse into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Store the pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Keep away from strong-smelling foods to maintain flavor. For a nuttier crust, you can substitute half of the graham cracker crumbs with finely ground pecans.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Baking and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg