Healthy Pumpkin Truffles Recipe

Introduction

These Healthy Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful treat that combines seasonal pumpkin flavor with rich dark chocolate. They’re bite-sized, naturally sweetened, and perfect for a guilt-free indulgence or festive snack.

Ingredients

• ½ cup (122g) pumpkin purée (NOT pumpkin pie mix!)
• 1 ¼ tsp homemade pumpkin spice
• ⅛ tsp salt
• ¾ tsp liquid stevia (or adjusted to taste)
• ¾ cup (90g) oat flour (gluten free if necessary and measured like this)
• ¼ cup (54g) roughly chopped dark chocolate
• Optional: flaky sea salt (for finishing – highly recommended!)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper on a baking tray.
2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, stir together the pumpkin purée, pumpkin spice, salt, and liquid stevia. Add in the oat flour, stirring until just incorporated.
3. Step 3: Working with a small amount of the mixture at a time, roll into bite-sized spheres. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture. (Rub your fingers and palms with a little neutral-tasting oil first if it sticks to them!)
4. Step 4: Place the dark chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. Stir for 1 minute. Continue to heat for 10-second intervals, stirring for 1 minute between each, until the chocolate has completely melted. Keep it warm while assembling the truffles.
5. Step 5: Working with one filling sphere at a time, carefully dip it in the melted chocolate using two forks. Let the excess drip off by rocking it between the forks. Place back onto the wax paper.
6. Step 6: If using flaky sea salt, sprinkle a small amount on top of each dipped truffle.
7. Step 7: Once all truffles are coated, place them in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate has hardened.
8. Step 8: Store the truffles in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

Tips & Variations

• Use homemade pumpkin spice for a fresher, more vibrant flavor, or substitute with store-bought if preferred.
• If the mixture feels too sticky, chilling it for 10 minutes before rolling can help.
• Try dipping in white chocolate or adding a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for a different twist.
• Use gluten-free oat flour to keep the recipe gluten-free if needed.

Storage

Store pumpkin truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. They can also be frozen for longer storage; thaw in the refrigerator before serving. To enjoy, allow them to sit at room temperature for a few minutes for the best texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use canned pumpkin pie mix instead of pumpkin purée?

No, pumpkin pie mix contains added sugars and spices that will alter the flavor and texture of the truffles. Use plain pumpkin purée for best results.

What can I substitute for liquid stevia?

You can use honey, maple syrup, or another liquid sweetener, but adjust the quantity to taste as these are less concentrated than stevia.

Healthy Pumpkin Truffles Recipe

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These Healthy Pumpkin Truffles are bite-sized delights made with pumpkin purée, oat flour, and dark chocolate. Naturally sweetened with liquid stevia and spiced with homemade pumpkin spice, these truffles are perfect for a guilt-free treat. Coated in rich melted dark chocolate and finished with an optional sprinkle of flaky sea salt, they offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures, ideal for gluten-free and wholesome snacking.

• Author: Leo
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes (including chocolate melting and setting time)
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 24 truffles 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Truffle Mixture

• ½ cup (122g) pumpkin purée (NOT pumpkin pie mix!)
• 1 ¼ tsp homemade pumpkin spice
• ⅛ tsp salt
• ¾ tsp liquid stevia (or adjusted to taste)
• ¾ cup (90g) oat flour (gluten free if necessary)

Coating

• ¼ cup (54g) roughly chopped dark chocolate (minimum 70% cacao recommended)
• Optional: flaky sea salt (for finishing – highly recommended!)

Instructions

1. Prepare the baking tray. Place a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper on a baking tray for the truffles to be placed on after shaping.
2. Mix the base ingredients. In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin purée, homemade pumpkin spice, salt, and liquid stevia. Stir in the oat flour until the mixture is just incorporated and forms a dough-like consistency.
3. Shape the truffles. Using a small portion of the mixture at a time, roll it into bite-sized spheres. If the mixture sticks to your hands, lightly rub your fingers and palms with a neutral-tasting oil. Place each finished truffle onto the prepared baking sheet. Continue until all mixture is shaped.
4. Melt the chocolate. Put the chopped dark chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat on HIGH for 30 seconds, then stir well for 1 minute. Continue microwaving in 10-second increments, stirring for 1 minute in between, until chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Keep the chocolate warm as you work.
5. Coat the truffles. Dip each pumpkin sphere carefully into the melted chocolate using two forks, allowing excess chocolate to drip off by gently rocking between the forks. Place the coated truffle back on the wax paper. If desired, sprinkle a small pinch of flaky sea salt on top of each dipped truffle immediately for a savory contrast. Repeat for all spheres.
6. Set the chocolate coating. Place the coated truffles in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
7. Store and serve. Keep the truffles refrigerated until ready to eat. They make a delicious, healthy snack or dessert.

Notes

• Homemade pumpkin spice typically includes cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves—adjust proportions to taste for best flavor.
• Use a dark chocolate with at least 70% cacao for a rich, less sweet coating that complements the pumpkin flavor.
• The liquid stevia can be adjusted or substituted with another preferred natural sweetener according to taste.
• Rubbing your hands with a neutral oil helps prevent the sticky pumpkin mixture from clinging during rolling.
• Keep the melted chocolate warm to ensure smooth dipping and prevent it from hardening prematurely.
• Flaky sea salt on top enhances the flavor with a delightful salty crunch, balancing the sweetness.

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