Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles Recipe
Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are a delightful fall treat combining rich cream cheese, pumpkin puree, and warm pumpkin pie spice. These no-bake truffles are coated with sparkling sugar and topped with chocolate chips to resemble miniature pumpkins, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy autumn snacking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Truffle Filling
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup white chocolate chips
- Orange food coloring (optional)
- Granulated sugar (for rolling)
- Chocolate chips (for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling: In a skillet over medium heat, combine the butter, softened cream cheese, canned pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth and well combined, ensuring that the heat is gentle to prevent burning.
- Add Graham Crackers and White Chocolate: Stir in the graham cracker crumbs and white chocolate chips. Continue stirring until the white chocolate melts completely and the mixture becomes uniformly smooth. If desired, add a few drops of orange food coloring for a more vibrant pumpkin color.
- Cool the Mixture: Pour the thickened pumpkin cheesecake mixture onto a butter-greased baking sheet and spread it evenly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight until the mixture is firm enough to handle.
- Roll the Truffles: Once chilled, butter your hands lightly to prevent sticking, then scoop and roll the pumpkin cheesecake dough into small balls approximately the size of a golf ball.
- Coat the Truffles: Roll each truffle in granulated sugar to coat evenly. This adds a subtle sweetness and a sparkling finish to the outside of each truffle.
- Decorate: Using a toothpick, create ridges vertically around each truffle to mimic the natural grooves of a pumpkin. Place a chocolate chip on top of each truffle to resemble the pumpkin’s stem.
- Serve: Enjoy the truffles immediately or store them in the refrigerator until serving to maintain their shape and freshness.
Notes
- For best results, chill the mixture overnight to make rolling easier.
- Use softened cream cheese at room temperature to ensure smooth mixing.
- Adjust the amount of pumpkin pie spice to suit your taste preference.
- These truffles can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Orange food coloring is optional but enhances the pumpkin appearance.
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