Pumpkin Pie Balls Recipe

Introduction

These Pumpkin Pie Balls are a delightful twist on the classic fall dessert. Bite-sized and coated in creamy vanilla candy, they offer all the warm flavors of pumpkin pie in a fun, easy-to-eat treat. Perfect for parties or a cozy snack anytime.

Ingredients

• 1 (9-inch) baked and chilled pumpkin pie (store-bought works great)
• 1 (16 ounce) package vanilla candy coating or almond bark

Instructions

1. Step 1: Reserve some of the pie crust to crumble on the balls after coating them with the candy.
2. Step 2: Break the chilled pumpkin pie (including filling and crust) into the bowl of an electric mixer and beat on low speed until it forms a moist ball. Alternatively, use your hands in a large bowl to combine.
3. Step 3: Roll the pie mixture into 2-tablespoon sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 2 hours to firm up.
4. Step 4: Melt the vanilla candy coating according to package instructions in a shallow bowl. Dip one pie ball at a time into the coating, using a fork to turn it until fully covered. Lift the ball with the fork and let excess coating drip back into the bowl before placing it back on the parchment-lined sheet. Immediately sprinkle with the reserved pie crust crumbles. Repeat for all balls.
5. Step 5: Allow the coated pie balls to rest until the candy coating is completely set before serving.

Tips & Variations

• Use pumpkin pie spice or a pinch of cinnamon in the pie mixture if your pie lacks seasoning for added warmth.
• Try dipping the balls in dark or white chocolate coatings for a different flavor twist.
• Chilling the balls thoroughly before dipping helps them hold their shape better during coating.

Storage

Store the pumpkin pie balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to one month. Let refrigerated or frozen pie balls come to room temperature slightly before serving for best flavor and texture.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make these with homemade pumpkin pie?

Absolutely! Homemade pumpkin pie works wonderfully and allows you to adjust spices and sweetness to your liking for the pie balls.

What if I don’t have an electric mixer?

You can easily mix the pie filling and crust by hand in a large bowl. Just be sure to combine thoroughly until the mixture is moist and holds together well.

Pumpkin Pie Balls Recipe

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Pumpkin Pie Balls are a delightful bite-sized treat made by shaping chilled pumpkin pie filling into balls, dipping them in a smooth vanilla candy coating, and finishing with a sprinkle of pie crust crumbs. Perfect as a festive dessert or party snack, these no-bake bites combine the classic flavors of pumpkin pie with a fun, portable twist.

• Author: Rami
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling time)
• Yield: Approximately 24 pie balls 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Pie Mixture

• 1 (9-inch) baked and chilled pumpkin pie, store-bought or homemade

Coating

• 1 (16 ounce) package vanilla candy coating or almond bark

Instructions

1. Reserve crust crumbs: Carefully set aside some of the pie crust from the pumpkin pie to use later as a crunchy topping for the pie balls after they are coated.
2. Form the pie ball mixture: Break up the chilled pumpkin pie, including filling and crust, into a large bowl or the bowl of an electric mixer. Beat on low speed until the mixture comes together into a moist, cohesive ball. Alternatively, mix the pie pieces together by hand in a large bowl to achieve the same result.
3. Shape pie balls and chill: Roll the pie mixture into approximately 2-tablespoon sized balls. Place these balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill them in the freezer for 30 minutes or in the refrigerator for 2 hours to firm up.
4. Melt coating and dip: Melt the vanilla candy coating or almond bark according to package instructions in a shallow bowl. Using a fork, dip each chilled pie ball into the melted coating, turning to completely cover it. Lift the ball out, allowing excess coating to drip back into the bowl.
5. Decorate and set: Transfer each coated pie ball onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Immediately sprinkle with the reserved pie crust crumbs to garnish. Repeat this dipping and decorating process for all the pie balls.
6. Let set: Allow the coated pie balls to rest at room temperature until the candy coating hardens completely before serving.

Notes

• Use a store-bought pumpkin pie for convenience or your favorite homemade recipe for a personal touch.
• If you prefer a different flavor, try dipping the pie balls in chocolate candy coating instead of vanilla.
• For an extra festive appearance, consider drizzling melted chocolate or adding colored sugar sprinkles after coating.
• Store the pie balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Let the candy coating set completely at room temperature to avoid condensation making the coating sticky.

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