Description
These No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Balls are a delightful autumn treat combining creamy pumpkin-spiced cheesecake with a crunchy graham cracker coating. Perfectly portioned and easy to make, they offer a rich, sweet flavor without the need for baking, making them an ideal dessert for fall gatherings or a cozy snack.
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Cheesecake Balls
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (for rolling)
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Spatula
- Baking sheet
Instructions
- Beat the cream cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a silky texture.
- Add flavorings and mix: Incorporate the pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice into the cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Chill the mixture: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour to firm up, making it easier to form into balls.
- Form balls: Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, scoop out the mixture and shape into 1-inch balls with your hands.
- Coat with graham cracker crumbs: Roll each cheesecake ball in the graham cracker crumbs until evenly coated for added texture and flavor.
- Chill before serving: Arrange the coated balls on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is well softened for easier mixing.
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for the best flavor; canned pumpkin works well too.
- You can adjust the pumpkin pie spice to taste, adding more for extra warmth.
- For a festive touch, drizzle melted white chocolate over the balls before chilling.
- Store the cheesecake balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls (about 40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: no bake pumpkin cheesecake balls, pumpkin dessert, fall treats, easy pumpkin recipe, cream cheese pumpkin balls
