Description
Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are a delightful bite-sized dessert combining creamy cheesecake with warm pumpkin spices. These easy-to-make truffles are coated in white or dark chocolate and perfect for festive fall occasions, gifting, or cozy afternoons with coffee.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Coating
- 8 oz white or dark chocolate, for melting and coating
Optional Toppings
- Crushed graham crackers
- Chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- Caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and pumpkin puree until smooth and well blended. Stir in powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until evenly mixed and creamy.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the mixture for at least one hour to firm up, making it easier to handle when shaping.
- Shape the Truffles: Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion the filling, then roll each portion into a smooth ball between your palms. Place the truffles onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Coat with Chocolate: Melt the white or dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler. Dip each truffle fully into the melted chocolate, then place back onto the parchment paper.
- Add Optional Toppings: While the chocolate coating is still wet, sprinkle the truffles with crushed graham crackers, chopped nuts, or drizzle caramel for added texture and flavor.
- Set and Chill: Refrigerate the coated truffles for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is firm and set. Ready to enjoy or gift.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to ensure smooth blending without lumps.
- Don’t skip chilling the mixture; it makes rolling easier and prevents melting.
- Temper the chocolate for a shiny, crisp coating.
- Experiment with various toppings for added texture and flavor.
- Store truffles in an airtight container to keep them fresh and odor-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes (chocolate melting and coating)
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 truffles
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: pumpkin, cheesecake, truffles, fall dessert, bite-sized, creamy, pumpkin spice, no bake, gluten free
