Healthy Pumpkin Truffles

ByCole Matthews
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Why Make This Recipe

Healthy Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful treat that combines the warmth of pumpkin and spices with the richness of chocolate. They are not just tasty; they are also nutrient-packed thanks to the wholesome ingredients. If you’re looking for a guilt-free dessert or a perfect snack, these truffles are an excellent choice. They can easily satisfy your sweet tooth while providing health benefits, making them ideal for any occasion.

How to Make Healthy Pumpkin Truffles

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Directions:

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, oats, almond flour, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  2. Chill the mixture for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Once chilled, scoop out small amounts of the mixture and roll into balls.
  4. Melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
  5. Dip each pumpkin ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
  6. Place the truffles on parchment paper and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy your Healthy Pumpkin Truffles!

How to Serve Healthy Pumpkin Truffles

You can serve Healthy Pumpkin Truffles as a dessert after a meal or as a snack during the day. They are great for parties or get-togethers, where you can offer them as a fun and healthy treat. Adding a sprinkle of crushed nuts or coconut flakes on top before serving can make them even more appealing.

How to Store Healthy Pumpkin Truffles

Store your Healthy Pumpkin Truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They can last for up to one week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them. Just make sure to space them out on a baking sheet before transferring them to a container. This way, they won’t stick together.

Tips to Make Healthy Pumpkin Truffles

  • Ensure your pumpkin puree is smooth for better texture. If you use canned pumpkin, check for pure pumpkin with no added sugars.
  • Adjust spices to your liking. You can add more cinnamon or even a pinch of ginger for extra flavor.
  • If you want a little crunch, you can mix in some chopped nuts or seeds.

Variation

If you’re looking for a different flavor, try adding peanut butter or almond butter to the mixture. You can also experiment with different types of chocolate for dipping, such as white or milk chocolate, to cater to your taste.

FAQs

1. Can I use fresh pumpkin instead of canned pumpkin puree?
Yes, you can! Just make sure to cook and blend the fresh pumpkin until smooth.

2. Are these truffles gluten-free?
Yes, as long as you use certified gluten-free oats, these truffles can be gluten-free.

3. How can I make these truffles vegan?
You can use a plant-based chocolate instead of regular dark chocolate, and ensure that your maple syrup is pure and free from animal products.

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Healthy Pumpkin Truffles

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 20 truffles 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
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Description

A delightful treat combining pumpkin, spices, and chocolate, these Healthy Pumpkin Truffles are nutrient-packed and guilt-free.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, oats, almond flour, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  2. Chill the mixture for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Once chilled, scoop out small amounts of the mixture and roll into balls.
  4. Melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler until smooth.
  5. Dip each pumpkin ball into the melted chocolate, ensuring it’s fully coated.
  6. Place the truffles on parchment paper and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
  7. Serve chilled and enjoy your Healthy Pumpkin Truffles!

Notes

For added appeal, sprinkle crushed nuts or coconut flakes on top before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 truffle
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pumpkin truffles, healthy desserts, chocolate treats, gluten-free snacks, guilt-free sweets

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Hey there I’m Cole Matthews, 44 years old, born in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and currently calling Austin, Texas home. I’ve been cooking professionally for over two decades, but honestly, I still get that same giddy feeling every time I hear a pan sizzle or the soft pop of a freshly opened jar of pickles. Food has always had that kind of magic for me equal parts comfort and chaos.

My journey into the kitchen wasn’t a straight line. I didn’t grow up dreaming of Michelin stars. I actually wanted to be a drummer. I spent most of my twenties bouncing between dive bars and food service gigs, chasing music at night and flipping burgers by day. Somewhere in between, I fell in love with the rhythm of a dinner rush, the challenge of building flavors, and the quiet satisfaction of seeing someone close their eyes on the first bite.

One night, I was on the grill at this greasy spoon off Route 66 when a customer left a handwritten note: “Best damn patty melt I’ve ever had.” I taped it to the wall and realized this could be it. This could be my stage.

Since then, I’ve run kitchens in Denver, New Orleans, and now Austin, where I co-own a neighborhood joint that specializes in wood-fired everything vegetables, brisket, even peach cobbler. My style’s deeply rooted in Americana, but I like to mess with tradition: a little Vietnamese fish sauce in a pot of collards, smoked jalapeños in the aioli, maple in my kimchi brine. I cook with a lot of instinct, a little science, and absolutely no patience for ego.

Cooking’s taught me more than how to make a perfect roux. It’s taught me to listen, to fail with grace, and to show up every single day. That’s what I try to pass on, especially to home cooks. You don’t need fancy gear or ten knives. You need a sense of play, the courage to mess up, and maybe a cold beer within reach.

I believe food is a language, and my goal is always the same: to say something worth remembering with every plate. Thanks for being here. Let’s make something that sticks with you.

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