Description
These Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful fall treat combining creamy pumpkin, sweetened condensed milk, and warm pumpkin pie spices. They are coated with granulated sugar and topped with chocolate chips to resemble miniature pumpkins, perfect for seasonal gatherings and dessert tables.
Ingredients
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Truffle Mixture
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips or melting wafers
- Orange food coloring (optional)
Coating and Decoration
- Granulated sugar (as needed, for coating)
- Chocolate chips (for topping, as stems)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture: In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Cook and Thicken: Stir the mixture over medium heat until well combined and thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add White Chocolate and Graham Cracker Crumbs: Stir in the white chocolate chips and graham cracker crumbs until the chocolate melts and the mixture becomes smooth.
- Add Food Coloring and Thicken Further: Add orange food coloring if desired, and continue stirring until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Chill the Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a greased baking sheet, spread evenly, and chill in the refrigerator until firm, at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Shape the Truffles: Once firm, coat your hands with butter to prevent sticking, then roll the mixture into small balls.
- Coat the Truffles: Roll the truffle balls in granulated sugar to coat them evenly.
- Create Pumpkin Details: Use a toothpick to press ridges into each truffle, giving them a pumpkin-like appearance.
- Top with Chocolate Stem: Place a chocolate chip on top of each truffle to resemble a pumpkin stem.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the truffles until ready to serve to keep them firm and fresh.
Notes
- You can use white chocolate melting wafers instead of chips for easier melting.
- Ensure the pumpkin mixture is thick enough before chilling to make rolling easier.
- Store the truffles in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For a festive look, consider using orange food coloring to enhance the pumpkin color.
- If you prefer a less sweet treat, reduce the amount of sweetened condensed milk slightly.
