These Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are little bites of fall bliss—rich, creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling coated in smooth chocolate. With warm pumpkin spice, tangy cream cheese, and a hint of sweetness, they’re the perfect no-bake treat for autumn gatherings, holiday parties, or anytime you crave a pumpkin dessert without turning on the oven.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No baking required – quick and easy to make.
- Perfect bite-size treat – ideal for parties and gifting.
- Fall flavors in every bite – pumpkin + warm spices + chocolate.
- Make ahead friendly – stays fresh for days in the fridge or freezer.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 12 oz white chocolate or dark chocolate, melted
- Optional: crushed graham crackers or cinnamon sugar for garnish
Instructions
- Make the filling – In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add pumpkin puree, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Mix until well combined.
- Chill the mixture – Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Form truffles – Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Dip in chocolate – Melt chocolate in the microwave or over a double boiler. Dip each truffle, letting excess drip off, and place back on parchment paper.
- Decorate – Sprinkle with crushed graham crackers or cinnamon sugar before chocolate sets.
- Chill & serve – Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.
Storage
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freeze for up to 2 months—thaw in the fridge before serving.
Flavor Variations
- White Chocolate Pumpkin Truffles – use white chocolate for a sweeter touch.
- Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Truffles – for a richer, less sweet finish.
- Nutty Pumpkin Truffles – roll in crushed pecans or walnuts instead of chocolate.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are the perfect fall indulgence—creamy, decadent, and bursting with cozy pumpkin spice flavor in every bite. 🎃✨