Description
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are rich, creamy, and dipped in chocolate for the ultimate no-bake fall dessert. Perfect for holidays, gifting, or whenever you’re craving a bite-sized pumpkin treat.
Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup pumpkin purée (100% pure pumpkin, not pie filling)
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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12 oz white chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate, melted
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1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
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Optional toppings: crushed graham crackers, pumpkin spice, extra melted chocolate drizzle
Instructions
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Make Filling: In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin purée, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Mix until creamy.
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Add Graham Crumbs: Stir in graham cracker crumbs until the mixture thickens and holds together. If too sticky, add a little more crumbs.
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Chill: Cover and refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
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Roll Balls: Scoop with a small cookie scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for 15–20 minutes.
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Melt Chocolate: Melt chocolate (and coconut oil if using) until smooth.
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Dip & Coat: Dip each chilled truffle into the chocolate, letting excess drip off. Place back on parchment.
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Add Toppings: Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers, a dusting of pumpkin spice, or drizzle with extra chocolate before the coating sets.
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Chill & Serve: Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes. Store in the fridge until ready to enjoy.
Notes
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Make Ahead: Prepare up to 3 days in advance and store in the fridge.
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Freezer-Friendly: Freeze uncoated truffle balls for up to 2 months; thaw before dipping in chocolate.
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Chocolate Choices: White chocolate is sweet and creamy, while semi-sweet or dark chocolate balances the richness.
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Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free graham crackers or cookies for the crumbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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