Description
These Spiced Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful, no-bake treat combining the smooth richness of white chocolate with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spice. Rolled in cinnamon sugar for a sweet, crunchy coating and optionally decorated to resemble mini pumpkins, these truffles are perfect for cozy autumn gatherings or holiday gift-giving.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 ounces (115g) good quality white chocolate
- 1/3 cup (80g) pure pumpkin puree (NOT pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 cups (195g) graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Mini chocolate chips (optional – for decorating)
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate in your microwave or over a double boiler until smooth and fully melted. Then set it aside for 5 to 10 minutes to allow it to cool slightly, which prevents cooking the pumpkin when mixed.
- Mix Pumpkin Base: In a large bowl, combine the pure pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, and pumpkin pie spice (or substitute with ground cinnamon or your preferred spice) until fully incorporated and smooth.
- Combine Chocolate and Pumpkin: Add the slightly cooled melted white chocolate to the pumpkin mixture and stir thoroughly to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Fold in the graham cracker crumbs until the mixture becomes a thick, soft dough suitable for rolling into balls.
- Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the truffle dough for 1 to 2 hours until firm enough to scoop and shape.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to create the coating for the truffles.
- Shape and Coat Truffles: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of chilled dough at a time and roll between your palms to form smooth balls. Then roll each truffle in the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Optional Decoration: To mimic little pumpkins, gently press indents around the sides of each truffle using a toothpick, skewer, or knife, then press a mini chocolate chip into the top to resemble a stem.
- Store and Serve: Keep the finished truffles refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain their shape and freshness.
Notes
- Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for the best texture and flavor.
- You can customize the spice blend by swapping pumpkin pie spice with ground cinnamon or other warm spices like nutmeg or ginger.
- These truffles are a no-bake recipe, making them quick and easy to prepare.
- Refrigerate truffles to keep their shape and enjoy them chilled for a refreshing treat.
- Optional decoration adds a festive touch, perfect for fall or holiday presentations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
