Pumpkin Cheesecake Balls Recipe Everyone Will Love
Creamy pumpkin cheesecake filling dipped in rich chocolate—these no-bake treats are ready in 30 minutes and taste like autumn in every bite!
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 10 oz chocolate chips semi-sweet, dark, or milk chocolate
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Optional Toppings:
- Crushed pecans or walnuts
- Flaky sea salt
- Graham cracker crumbs
- Extra pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Beat softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm. For faster chilling, freeze for 20-25 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the mixture and roll into smooth balls. You should get about 24 balls.
- Freeze the rolled balls for 15-20 minutes to make them easier to dip in chocolate.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth (about 1.5-2 minutes total).
- Using a fork, dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, coating completely. Let excess drip off, then place on the parchment-lined sheet. Add toppings immediately if using.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes until chocolate is fully set. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Rolling Tip: If the mixture sticks to your hands, lightly dust your palms with powdered sugar or run them under cold water and dry thoroughly between rolling.
Chocolate Options: For a thicker chocolate shell, let the first coating set completely, then dip a second time. For variety, use white chocolate or mix chocolate types.
Cream Cheese Must Be Soft: Cold cream cheese will leave lumps. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, or cut into cubes and microwave for 10-15 seconds.