Description
Delight in these spiced pumpkin truffles that combine creamy white chocolate with the warm flavors of pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon. These no-bake treats are easy to make, perfect for fall gatherings or cozy snacks, and feature a soft, crumbly texture coated in cinnamon sugar for extra sweetness and spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Truffle Mixture
- 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
Coating
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Decoration
- Mini chocolate chips (for decorating)
Instructions
- Melt Chocolate: Melt the white chocolate gently in your microwave or over a double boiler until it is smooth and fully melted. Set aside and allow to cool slightly for 5 to 10 minutes to avoid cooking the other ingredients when mixed.
- Mix Pumpkin Base: In a large bowl, combine the pure pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, and pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon until well blended, creating a warm and spiced base for your truffles.
- Add Chocolate: Stir the melted chocolate into the pumpkin mixture until completely combined, forming a smooth batter.
- Incorporate Graham Cracker Crumbs: Fold in the graham cracker crumbs gently until you form a thick, soft dough that holds together but is still pliable enough to scoop.
- Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours until the dough becomes firm enough to scoop and roll into balls.
- Prepare Coating: In a shallow bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
- Shape Truffles: Using a tablespoon measure, scoop portions of the chilled dough and roll them between your hands into smooth balls. Immediately roll each truffle in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Decorate Truffles (Optional): To create pumpkin-like ridges, press a toothpick, skewer, or knife gently around the edges of each truffle. Add a mini chocolate chip to the top as a stem for a festive look.
- Store and Serve: Keep the decorated truffles refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain their shape and freshness.
Notes
- Use pure pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugars and spices that will alter the flavor and texture.
- If you prefer, substitute pumpkin pie spice with just ground cinnamon or a spice blend you enjoy for a customized taste.
- Be sure to chill the dough thoroughly so it is easy to handle and roll into truffles.
- These truffles are best stored in the fridge and enjoyed within a week for freshness.
- Feel free to experiment with decorations or coatings like crushed nuts or cocoa powder for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (approx.)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
