Ingredients
– 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
– 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
– ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– 1 to 2 cups chocolate melting wafers (white or dark, depending on your preference)
– Additional toppings (e.g., crushed nuts, sprinkles, or extra graham cracker crumbs)
Instructions
Creating these delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles is straightforward with these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger). Mix until smooth and creamy.
2. Add Graham Cracker Crumbs: Gradually incorporate the graham cracker crumbs into the mixture, stirring until well combined.
3. Chill the Mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. It should be firm enough to roll into balls.
4. Form the Truffles: Once chilled, take small amounts of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls. Aim for a uniform size to ensure even coating.
5. Melt the Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate wafers in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval until smooth and completely melted.
6. Coat the Truffles: Using a fork, dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, coating evenly. Allow excess chocolate to drip off before placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
7. Add Toppings: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle your choice of toppings for extra flair and flavor.
8. Chill Again: Return the coated truffles to the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
9. Package (Optional): Once the chocolate has hardened, you can package the truffles in decorative boxes or jars if you’re gifting them.
10. Enjoy: Serve them chilled or at room temperature and enjoy every delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 truffles
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 2g