Introduction

These Healthy Pumpkin Truffles are a delightful, guilt-free treat perfect for fall or any time you crave a sweet bite. Made with pumpkin purée, oat flour, and dark chocolate, they combine cozy autumn flavors with wholesome ingredients for a satisfying snack.

Three chocolate-covered round truffles are placed on a small white plate with a raised, beaded edge, sitting on a white marbled textured surface. One truffle is cut in half and placed in front, showing its dense, light brown inner filling. The chocolate coating on the truffles is smooth and dark, with a small sprinkle of coarse salt on top of each. In the background, there are additional blurred truffles on similar white plates, keeping the focus on the front trio. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

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

Instructions

Step 1: Place a sheet of wax paper or parchment paper on a baking tray.
Step 2: In a medium bowl, stir together the pumpkin purée, pumpkin spice, salt, and liquid stevia. Add in the oat flour, stirring until just incorporated.
Step 3: Working with a small amount of the mixture at a time, roll into a bite-sized sphere. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture. (Rub your fingers and palms with a little neutral-tasting oil first if it sticks to them!)
Step 4: Place the dark chocolate into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds. Stir for 1 minute. Continue to heat for 10-second intervals, stirring for 1 minute between each, until the chocolate has completely melted. (Keep it warm while you assemble the truffles.)
Step 5: Working with one filling sphere at a time, carefully dip it in the melted chocolate using two forks, letting the excess drip off by rocking it between the forks. Place back onto the wax paper.
Step 6: If using flaky sea salt, sprinkle a small amount on top of each dipped truffle. Repeat with the remaining chocolate and filling spheres.
Step 7: Once all truffles have been coated, place them in the freezer for 5-10 minutes or the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes, until the chocolate hardens. Store in the refrigerator until ready to eat.

Tips & Variations

Use gluten-free oat flour if needed to keep the truffles gluten free.
Adjust the amount of liquid stevia depending on your sweetness preference.
For easier rolling, chill the mixture for 10 minutes before shaping.
Try sprinkling cinnamon or chopped nuts instead of sea salt for a different finish.
Keep your melted chocolate warm over a double boiler to prevent it from hardening while dipping.

Storage

Store the truffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze them for up to one month. To serve, let frozen truffles thaw in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before eating.

How to Serve

A white rectangular plate holds fifteen round chocolate truffles arranged in a 3 by 5 grid on a white marbled surface. Each truffle is covered in smooth, dark chocolate with a small pile of coarse white sea salt flakes on top. One truffle near the bottom right edge is cut open, showing an orange-colored soft filling inside. Nearby, there is one whole truffle on the surface outside the plate, and small chocolate chips scattered around the edges. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use canned pumpkin pie mix instead of pumpkin purée?

No, pumpkin purée is needed as it is plain pumpkin without added sugars or spices. Using pumpkin pie mix will alter the flavor and sweetness balance of the truffles.

What can I use instead of liquid stevia?

You can substitute liquid stevia with honey, maple syrup, or another liquid sweetener, though this may affect the texture slightly. Adjust the quantity to taste.