Pumpkin Chocolate Truffles
Pumpkin Chocolate Truffles are a delightful blend of creamy pumpkin and rich chocolate, making them the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. These truffles feature warm spices that evoke the cozy essence of fall, all wrapped in a luscious chocolate coating. They’re simple to make and can be customized with your favorite toppings, ensuring they impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and ensure cream cheese is softened.
- Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine pumpkin puree, cream cheese, powdered sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Blend until smooth.
- Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Shape the Truffles: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips until smooth.
- Coat the Truffles: Dip each ball into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off before placing back on parchment. Refrigerate until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle (28g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg