Healthy Pumpkin Truffles: A Guilt-Free Delight for Fall Treats
Indulge in these healthy pumpkin truffles, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth this fall without the guilt. Made with nutritious ingredients, these treats are a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of the season.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 24 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, almond flour, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until well mixed.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- After chilling, scoop out small portions and roll them into balls.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler.
- Dip each truffle into the melted chocolate and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate is set.
Notes
- These truffles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Add crushed nuts or coconut for extra texture if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg