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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Truffles dusted with powdered sugar on a decorative plate.

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Truffles

Indulge in the deliciousness of Pumpkin Cream Cheese Truffles, the perfect bite-sized treat to celebrate the flavors of fall!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 20 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Truffles
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Make sure not to sneak a taste!
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Adjust the amount for desired sweetness.
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree Do not use pumpkin pie filling.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup crushed graham crackers
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice For seasonal flavor.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Choose dark, milk, or white as per preference.
  • Sprinkles, cocoa powder, or crushed nuts For decoration, optional but recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and crushed graham crackers. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
Forming Truffles
  1. Once chilled, scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the rolled truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for another 30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
Dipping and Decorating
  1. Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate, allowing excess chocolate to drip off, then place back onto the parchment paper.
  2. Sprinkle with crushed nuts, sprinkles, or cocoa powder before the chocolate sets.
Final Chill
  1. Let the chocolate set completely in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes before serving.

Notes

These truffles can be made days in advance and stored in the fridge for up to a week. Feel free to vary the chocolate or add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for variety.