Description
This Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream Board is a delightful fall-themed dessert platter featuring richly flavored whipped creams accented with pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and pumpkin purée. Accompanied by a selection of graham crackers, gingersnap cookies, shortbread cookies, fresh apple slices, and strawberries, it’s perfect for entertaining or cozy autumn gatherings.
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 Vanilla Whipped Cream: In a large mixing bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 3 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. This will be the base whipped cream flavor.
- Prepare Pumpkin Spice Whipped Cream: In a separate bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée until stiff peaks form. This cream will have a rich pumpkin flavor.
- Prepare Cinnamon Maple Whipped Cream: (Optional step, if you desire) Alternatively, whip 1 cup of heavy cream with 3 tablespoons powdered sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon maple syrup until thick and fluffy. Use this for an additional whipped cream variety.
- Assemble the Board: On a large serving board or platter, dollop or pipe the different whipped cream flavors in small bowls or directly on the board. Arrange graham crackers, gingersnap cookies, shortbread cookies, fresh apple slices, and fresh strawberries around the whipped cream varieties artistically.
- Serve: Invite guests to dip or spread the whipped cream onto the cookies and fresh fruit, enjoying a variety of seasonal flavors in this fun, interactive dessert board.
Notes
- Use chilled heavy cream for better whipping results.
- Adjust the sweetness in whipped cream to taste by adding more or less powdered sugar.
- The cinnamon maple whipped cream is optional but adds a nice flavor variation.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon on top of whipped cream before serving.
- Ensure fresh fruit is sliced just before serving to maintain freshness.
