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Healthy Pumpkin Truffles Recipe

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These Healthy Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful, guilt-free treat combining creamy pumpkin purée with warm homemade pumpkin spice and rich dark chocolate. Perfect for fall or any time you crave a naturally sweet, low-calorie bite-sized dessert that’s gluten-free and sweetened with stevia instead of sugar. Coated in smooth melted dark chocolate and optionally finished with flaky sea salt, these truffles offer a balanced blend of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Pumpkin Truffle Mixture

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

Chocolate Coating

  • ¼ cup (54g) roughly chopped dark chocolate (see Notes)
  • Optional: flaky sea salt (for finishing – highly recommended!)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the workspace: Place a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper on a baking tray for the truffles to rest on after forming.
  2. Mix the truffle base: In a medium bowl, stir together the pumpkin purée, homemade pumpkin spice, salt, and liquid stevia until combined. Add the oat flour and stir just until incorporated to form a workable dough.
  3. Form truffles: Working with a small portion at a time, roll the mixture into bite-sized spheres. If the mixture sticks to your hands, rub your fingers and palms lightly with a neutral-tasting oil. Place each rolled sphere on the prepared baking sheet and repeat until all the mixture is used (approximately 24 truffles).
  4. Melt the chocolate: Place the chopped dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds, then stir for 1 minute. Continue heating in 10-second intervals, stirring for 1 minute between each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Keep the chocolate warm while coating the truffles.
  5. Coat the truffles: Using two forks, carefully dip one truffle at a time into the melted chocolate, rocking gently to let excess drip off. Place the coated truffle back onto the wax paper. If desired, sprinkle a small amount of flaky sea salt on top for added flavor. Repeat for all truffles.
  6. Set the chocolate: Once all truffles are coated, place the tray in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate has hardened.
  7. Store and serve: Keep the pumpkin truffles refrigerated until ready to enjoy for optimal texture and freshness.

Notes

  • Homemade pumpkin spice blend typically includes cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cloves. Adjust proportions to taste.
  • Use dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content for a rich, slightly bitter contrast that pairs well with pumpkin.
  • If oat flour is unavailable, you can make your own by finely grinding gluten-free oats in a food processor.
  • Rub hands with a neutral oil such as avocado or canola oil to prevent sticking when rolling truffles.
  • Stevia sweetness can be adjusted depending on preference and brand potency.
  • The flaky sea salt sprinkled on top enhances the chocolate’s flavor and adds a delightful crunch.

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