A Brief History of Cheesecake Truffles
Cheesecake traces its roots back to ancient Greece, but its modern creamy version became popular in the U.S. in the early 1900s with the rise of cream cheese. By the late 20th century, bakers began transforming cheesecake into bite-sized confections. Pumpkin, a quintessential autumn flavor, was quickly paired with cheesecake to create a seasonal favorite. Rolling these into truffles and coating them in chocolate became a trend in the early 2000s, offering an elegant yet easy-to-make fall treat that bridges tradition and creativity
Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles – Easy & Delicious Homemade Recipe
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (chill time not included)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 20 truffles 1x
Description
These Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles are creamy, rich, and bursting with cozy fall flavors. With a smooth pumpkin cheesecake filling, dipped in sweet white chocolate, and finished with crunchy pecans, they’re the perfect no-bake dessert for Thanksgiving, Halloween parties, or festive gifting. Not only are they adorable and bite-sized, but they also deliver all the comfort of pumpkin pie and cheesecake in one irresistible treat.
Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup pumpkin puree
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1 cup graham cracker crumbs
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1/2 cup powdered sugar
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1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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12 oz white chocolate, melted
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1/2 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
Instructions
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla until smooth.
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Stir in graham cracker crumbs until a dough-like mixture forms.
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Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Freeze for 20–30 minutes until firm.
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Dip chilled balls into melted white chocolate, coating evenly.
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Place back on parchment paper and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
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Chill in refrigerator until set, about 30 minutes.
Notes
Use candy melts instead of white chocolate for a smoother coating.
Swap pecans for walnuts or skip for a nut-free version
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to a month.
FAQs
1. Can I make Pumpkin Cheesecake Truffles ahead of time?
Yes! These truffles can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. You can also freeze them for longer storage—just thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
2. Do I need to bake the filling?
No baking is required. The filling is a no-bake pumpkin cheesecake mixture that firms up when chilled, making it perfect for rolling into truffles.
3. Can I use a different coating besides white chocolate?
Absolutely! Dark chocolate, milk chocolate, or even caramel candy melts work beautifully. Just choose your favorite for a custom flavor twist.
