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October 16, 2019

Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffles

Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffles
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These healthy Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffles are the best No Bake Fall dessert. These healthy truffles are creamy, gooey, and delicious. You won’t believe they are Vegan, Paleo, and Keto-friendly. 

You already know I always have a batch of no bake energy bites in my freezer. Since pumpkin season is still going strong here, I decided to upgrade my pumpkin cookie dough bites to these Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffles!

Sweet and Gooey Pumpkin Spice balls coated with salty and rich dark chocolate.

Hea-Ven.

How to make Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffles

A cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. There are about 20 pumpkin spice truffle coated with chocolate on top.

To begin with, here are the 7 ingredients you will need:

  1. Raw cashews
  2. Coconut flour
  3. Pumpkin Puree
  4. Pumpkin Spice
  5. Pitted Medjool dates
  6. Your favorite Chocolate Bars/Chips
  7. Sea Salt

This No bake pumpkin truffle recipe is so easy to make!

Now let’s get started.

1. Making the Pumpkin Spice chocolate Truffle

First, soak the raw cashews overnight (or 6 + hours) in warm water and a pinch of salt. This step will not only sprout the nuts, enabling our bodies to digest the nutrients better but also soften the cashews and result in a gooey and creamy truffle texture.

Drain and rinse when ready, and set aside.

Second, add soaked cashews, pumpkin puree, pitted dates in a food processor. Blend until smooth and no pieces of dates left.

Then, add coconut flour, pumpkin spice, and a pinch of salt. You can also add 1 tsp vanilla extract for that extra flavor profile.

a cookie scoop is used to make yellow cookie dough-like balls

Blend everything until it forms a dough. It should be smooth and doughy.

Depending on the type of pumpkin puree you use (I used my homemade ones), the texture could vary, if the dough is too wet, add additional 2 -3 tablespoons of coconut flour.

Then, scoop and roll the dough into mini truffle balls. Freeze for at least 30 minutes (see Tips below).

2. A rich layer of Chocolate Coating

To melt the chocolate, you can either use a double pot boiling method or simply use a microwave.

I prefer double pot boiling because you can control the heat better without burning/bubbling the chocolate. It allows you to make really smooth chocolate for truffle coating.

There is a table with an orange towel, a bowl with pumpkin spice energy balls, and a bowl of melted dark chocolate

Firstly, in a medium pot, boil water filled about 1/4 of the way. Place your favorite chocolate bars in a small pot.

Bring the water to simmer and bathe the bottom of the small pot in the boiling water.

Stir the chocolate occasionally to make sure it’s melted evenly.

Last but not least, dip the pumpkin truffle balls in chocolate and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking pan.

Sprinkle some extra sea salt on top.

Freeze for additional 20 – 30 minutes or until hardened enough.

Voila! So fancy, so easy, and so delicious.

Tips on How to Make the Best pumpkin spice Chocolate Truffles

a plate with colorful energy balls made gluten-free, keto, paleo and vegan

 

1. Use an ice cream scoop for evenly sized energy bites

I used to use a spoon or just grab with my hands when forming these no bake energy balls. Don’t get me wrong, this method totally works, but may result in unevenly sized truffles. Additionally, it can get quite messy.

Instead, I highly recommend using an ice cream scooper first. (I used the small size in this set from Amazon). It is a game-changer.

Then you can roll them into truffle balls with your hand to give them a smoother surface.

2. Freeze the Pumpkin Spice Balls Before Dipping in Chocolate

After you have rolled the pumpkin spice dough into balls, place them in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.

This step will help the melted chocolate harden immediately and also grab onto the pumpkin dough. It allows you to make a thick chocolate layer for these truffles as well.

3. Cool the melted Chocolate Slightly Before

Once the chocolate has been melted and runny, let it cool for a few minutes before dipping pumpkin balls in there.

a plate with pumpkin spice chocolate truffles. There is sea salt sprinkled on top

 

4. Sprinkle the Sea Salt on Top immediately

Immediately. Well, wait for 1 second. I mean ONE. The chocolate hardens really fast. Once it hardens, the sea salt won’t be able to stay on top of the truffles.

5. Store the Chocolate Truffles in the freezer

These Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffles are like my two favorite things combined together. It is the best no-bake fall treats that are vegan, paleo, and keto-friendly.

So perfect for the whole family to enjoy as snacks or desserts.

More No Bake Recipes you May Like:

1. No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Balls

2. No Bake Double Chocolate Cookies

3. Healthy Edible Cookie Dough

OOO ALSO I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOUR CREATIONS! YOU CAN USE “TRIED IT” ON PINTEREST OR SHARE ON INSTAGRAM BY TAGGING #SHUANGYSEATS

A piece of pumpkin spice chocolate truffle with a bite in the middle. There is a orange kitchen towel in the background. pinterest image
A bite is taken from a gooey and fudgy vegan energy ball
A piece of pumpkin spice chocolate truffle with a bite in the middle. There is a orange kitchen towel in the background.
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Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Truffles (Vegan, Paleo)

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The best No Bake Fall "Candy" Recipe. Packed with pumpkin spice and dark chocolate, this truffle recipe is Paleo, Vegan and Low Carb.
Shuang Shuang Liang
Servings 20 truffle balls
Prep Time 20 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups raw cashews
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup coconut flour
  • 1 cup pitted Medjool dates 12 – 14 large
  • 2 tsp pumpkin spice
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 cups of 100% chocolate bars/chips melted

Instructions
 

  • Soak raw cashews overnight (6+ hours) in in warm water and a pinch of salt. Drain and rinse the cashews. **
  • Add cashews, pumpkin puree and pitted dates in a food processor. Blend until smooth and dates are well incorporated.
  • Add coconut flour, pumpkin spice, 1 tsp salt and blend until doughy. If it's too wet, add 2 – 3 tbsp extra coconut flour.
  • Use a small cookie dough scoop or a spoon to form truffles. Roll them into balls with your hands. Place the pumpkin truffle balls on a plate or cookie sheet. Freeze for at least 2 hours (or overnight)
  • Melt 2 bars of your favorite dark chocolate bars or chips (see below for my favorite) ***
  • Drop each truffle in melted chocolate. Use a spoon to roll them around and make sure they are completely covered. Scoop it out with the spoon and place it on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle sea salt on top immediately.
  • Freeze for additional half an hour or until the chocolate is completely solid.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

  1. * Use extra dates if you prefer sweeter
  2. * For Keto Option: replace the Medjool dates with 3-4 tbsp of keto-friendly liquid sweetener. Decrease the coconut flour amount to 1 – 2 tbsp, add more if the texture is too wet.
  3. ** If you don't have time, you can skip this step. Soaking raw cashews make the truffle a little gooier
  4. *** To prevent certain chocoalte from cracking, you can melt it along with 2 -3 tbsp nut butter or coconut oil. Make sure the chocolate cools down slightly before dipping the pumpkin balls in there.

Recommended Products

  • Cuisinart FP-8SV Silver Elemental 8-Cup Food Processor
  • Hu Paleo Vegan Crackers | Sea Salt 2 Pack | Keto Friendly, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Low Carb, No Added Oils, No Refined Starches
  •  Organic Coconut Flour, 16 Oz
  • Cookie Scoop Large-Medium-Small Size, Melon Scoop (cookie scoop)

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 257mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

The Nutrition Facts above are specific to the ingredients I chose to use for this recipe, which may vary.

Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This does not result in any extra cost for you, but it does mean that I make a commission if you click through and make a purchase.

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Season: Christmas, Fall, Spring, Summer, Winter Dietary Preference: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30 Key Ingredients: Apples, Bananas, Berries, Chocolate, Oats, Pumpkin, Sweet Potato Recipe Style: Air Fryer, Instant Pot, Kid Friendly, No Bake

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  1. DKD says

    December 17, 2020 at 4:45 pm

    Can one use regular flour instead of coconut flour? We have no issues with gluten…….

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    • Shuang Shuang Liang says

      December 21, 2020 at 11:31 pm

      Hi DKD,

      Since this recipe is no-bake, I wouldn’t recommend using regular flour since it is raw.

      Shuang

      Reply
  2. Shuang Shuang LIANG says

    October 16, 2019 at 1:07 pm

    5 stars

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