Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful, bite-sized treat that combines creamy pumpkin with warm spices and a luscious chocolate coating. Here’s a simple recipe to make these delicious truffles:
### Pumpkin Truffles Recipe
**Ingredients:**
#### For the Filling:
– 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
– 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or gingersnap crumbs for extra spice)
– 1/2 cup powdered sugar
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– 1/4 tsp ground ginger
– 1/4 tsp ground cloves
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of salt
#### For the Coating:
– 10 oz white chocolate or dark chocolate, finely chopped (or chocolate chips)
– 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional, for smoother coating)
#### Optional Toppings:
– Crushed graham crackers, gingersnaps, or cinnamon sugar for garnish
– Drizzle of melted chocolate (white, dark, or milk)
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Filling:**
– In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and pumpkin puree until smooth and well blended.
– Add the graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Mix until everything is fully incorporated.
– The mixture should be thick enough to roll into balls. If it’s too soft, you can refrigerate it for 30 minutes to firm up.
2. **Form the Truffles:**
– Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, scoop out small portions of the pumpkin mixture and roll them into 1-inch balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
– Once all the truffles are formed, place them in the freezer for about 30 minutes to set.
3. **Melt the Chocolate:**
– In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until smooth. If using, stir in the coconut oil to help the chocolate coating become smoother and shinier.
– Alternatively, you can melt the chocolate using a double boiler on the stovetop.
4. **Coat the Truffles:**
– Remove the truffles from the freezer. Using a fork or toothpick, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.
– Place the coated truffles back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. **Optional Toppings:**
– While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle crushed graham crackers, gingersnaps, or cinnamon sugar on top of the truffles for added texture and flavor.
– You can also drizzle melted chocolate over the truffles for a decorative touch.
6. **Chill and Serve:**
– Place the truffles in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to set completely.
– Once set, store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Enjoy your Pumpkin Truffles! These creamy, spiced treats are perfect for fall gatherings, parties, or as a sweet indulgence anytime.