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Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles

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Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are bite-sized treats bursting with spiced pumpkin and smooth cream cheese, coated in cinnamon graham crumbs. They’re quick, easy, and perfect for fall parties, Halloween gatherings, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves)
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs, finely crushed
  • For coating:
  • 1/2 cup additional graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Optional: Melted white chocolate or dark chocolate for drizzling or dipping

Instructions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set out a small bowl for rolling crumbs. Soften cream cheese at room temperature for 15-30 minutes or microwave for 10 seconds.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and pumpkin puree. Beat with an electric mixer or sturdy whisk until completely smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Mix in powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of salt. Beat again until well combined and glossy.
  4. Add graham cracker crumbs and stir with a spatula until the mixture forms a thick, scoopable dough. If too soft, add another tablespoon of crumbs.
  5. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out 1-inch balls. Roll gently between your palms until smooth and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Freeze truffles for 15-20 minutes (or 30 minutes if your kitchen is warm) until firm.
  7. In a small bowl, mix additional graham cracker crumbs and cinnamon. Optional: Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  8. Roll each chilled truffle in the graham-cinnamon mixture until covered. For extra flair, dip or drizzle with melted chocolate and let set on parchment.
  9. Refrigerate truffles for at least 30 minutes before serving, or freeze for 10 minutes if in a rush.
  10. If dough is sticky, add extra crumbs 1 tablespoon at a time. If crumbly, add a tiny splash of milk. For smooth truffles, use gloves when rolling.

Notes

For gluten-free truffles, use gluten-free graham crackers. Dairy-free cream cheese works for a lactose-free version. Chilling is essential for firm truffles. If using homemade pumpkin puree, blot excess moisture. Truffles freeze well and taste even better on day two.

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