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Creamy no-bake pumpkin cheesecake balls coated in graham cracker crumbs and cinnamon, served as a festive fall dessert.

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Balls


  • Author: Imili Johnson
  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes (including chilling)

Ingredients

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Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (divided)
  • 1/2 cup white or dark chocolate, melted (optional, for dipping)

Instructions

Preparation:

1. Prepare the Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Beat together until well combined and creamy.

2. Chill the Mixture:
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pumpkin cheesecake mixture for about 1 hour, or until firm enough to handle.

3. Form the Balls:
Once chilled, use a spoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the mixture. Roll the portions between your hands to form small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

4. Coat the Balls:
Roll each ball in the graham cracker crumbs, ensuring they are fully coated. Alternatively, you can dip the cheesecake balls in melted white or dark chocolate for a more indulgent treat. Place the coated balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

5. Chill and Set:
Place the cheesecake balls in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to firm up and set. If you dipped them in chocolate, allow the chocolate to fully harden before serving.

6. Serve:
Serve chilled as a sweet fall treat or dessert. These no-bake pumpkin cheesecake balls can also be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Chilling is essential: Make sure the mixture is thoroughly chilled before rolling into balls. If it’s too soft, it may be difficult to handle, but chilling firms it up nicely.
  • Thinning the chocolate: If the melted chocolate is too thick, adding a bit of coconut oil or vegetable oil helps create a smoother coating for dipping the cheesecake balls.
  • Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter treat, you can add an extra tablespoon or two of powdered sugar to the mixture. For less sweetness, reduce the sugar slightly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no-bake)

Nutrition

  • Calories: 120
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Protein: 2g
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