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Healthy Pumpkin Truffles Recipe

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These Healthy Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful bite-sized treat combining the natural sweetness and vibrant flavor of pumpkin purée with warm homemade pumpkin spice, oat flour, and rich dark chocolate. Perfect for a guilt-free snack or festive dessert, they are naturally sweetened with stevia and can be made gluten-free. Finished with an optional sprinkle of flaky sea salt, these truffles offer a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory notes in every bite.

Ingredients

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Filling

  • 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)

Coating

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare baking sheet. Place a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper on a baking tray to prevent sticking and to allow the truffles to set properly once coated.
  2. Mix filling ingredients. In a medium bowl, stir together the pumpkin purée, homemade pumpkin spice, salt, and liquid stevia until well combined. Then add the oat flour and mix gently until just incorporated to form a workable dough.
  3. Form truffles. Working with small portions of the mixture at a time, roll each into a bite-sized sphere. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet. If the mixture sticks to your hands, rub a little neutral-tasting oil on your palms to make rolling easier.
  4. Melt the chocolate. Put the dark chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. Stir for 1 minute and then continue heating in 10-second intervals, stirring well each time, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth. Keep the chocolate warm as you assemble the truffles to ensure smooth dipping.
  5. Dip truffles in chocolate. Using two forks, carefully dip each pumpkin ball into the melted chocolate. Rock the truffle gently between the forks to let excess chocolate drip off, then place it back on the wax paper. If desired, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top immediately after dipping to enhance the flavor.
  6. Set the truffles. Once all truffles are coated, place them in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden completely.
  7. Store and serve. Keep the truffles refrigerated until ready to serve to maintain freshness and texture. Enjoy as a healthy, festive treat.

Notes

  • Homemade pumpkin spice: Combine 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves, and a pinch of ground allspice for a fresh, aromatic blend.
  • Dark chocolate: Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for better health benefits and richer flavor.
  • Rolling tip: If the truffle mixture is sticky, lightly oil your hands with neutral oil such as grapeseed or vegetable oil before rolling.
  • Stevia adjustment: Adjust the amount of liquid stevia to taste depending on your preferred sweetness.
  • Storage: Store truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.

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