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These chocolate covered pumpkin balls prove you don’t need to bake to wow this fall. Rich with a surprising pop, these truffles are perfect for parties!
These dark chocolate pumpkin truffles aren’t your ordinary truffles. They’re indulgent, deliciously spiced, and come with the playful crackle of Pop Rocks.
Skip the oven this fall and enjoy a chocolatey, pumpkin-filled treat with just a few ingredients!
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Forget the full-sized pie and make fall desserts everyone can grab with their fingers! You’ll love our mini pumpkin whoopie pies and pumpkin balls, which are essentially chocolate covered pumpkin pie bites.
Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Balls Recipe
- These Pop Rock–filled fall truffles make a playful dessert for any gathering.
- These dark chocolate pumpkin truffles are the perfect no-bake treats for the fall season.
- These melt-in-your-mouth chocolate pumpkin fudge balls are gift-worthy and perfect for serving at parties.
Ingredients
Dark chocolate chips – These pumpkin truffles recipe uses dark chocolate inside and out, but feel free to switch it up with your favorite melting chocolate.
Heavy cream – Helps the chocolate ganache set properly.
Pumpkin puree – You can use canned or fresh pumpkin for these pumpkin spice truffles. Pumpkin pie filling won’t work because it’s already flavored.
Ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger – Their added warmth lends depth to the dark chocolate pumpkin truffles. You can customize your pumpkin pie spice mix!
Kosher salt – Balances the sweetness of the chocolate covered pumpkin balls.
Unsalted butter – For richness. Butter also makes these easy pumpkin truffles extra creamy.
Pop Rocks – The crackling and popping make this spiced pumpkin truffles recipe more fun and party-ready!
Ingredient Substitutions For Dark Chocolate Pumpkin Truffles
Graham cracker crumbs
Give these pumpkin chocolate balls a classic pumpkin pie crust taste by swapping the Pop Rocks with graham crackers crushed in the food processor!
Fresh pumpkin puree
Try homemade pumpkin puree for this pumpkin chocolate truffles recipe! Just boil your pumpkin for 10 minutes and mash with a fork.
Halloween sprinkles
Make these chocolate pumpkin balls Halloween-ready with themed sprinkles! Coat them in melted chocolate, then roll them in Halloween sprinkles.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Melt the Chocolate Until Smooth
For convenience, you can skip the double boiler and microwave the chocolate chips on High for 30 seconds. Stir, then continue microwaving in 10-second increments, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
Use a Candy Dipping Tool
Making a big batch of these chocolate covered pumpkin balls? Use a candy dipping tool to coat them in chocolate!
Open the Pop Rocks at the Last Minute
Pop Rocks can get sticky if opened too soon, so wait until the last minute to open the bags.
Pumpkin Chocolate Truffles Recipe FAQs
Can I use white chocolate for these dark chocolate pumpkin truffles?
Yes! White chocolate’s sweet, milky taste goes so well with pumpkin spice.
What type of chocolate is best for no bake chocolate covered pumpkin truffles?
These pumpkin truffles work with milk, dark, semi-sweet chocolate, and even white chocolate. Just choose a high-quality brand such as Callebaut or Ghirardelli.
Can you use pumpkin pie filling rather than pumpkin puree for pumpkin truffles?
No. Stick to pumpkin puree, as canned pumpkin pie filling often contains additional ingredients that can alter the consistency and flavor of the truffle mixture.
How far in advance can you make chocolate covered pumpkin truffles?
We want the popping candies to still pop when you eat these chocolate pumpkin truffles, so it’s best to make them no more than 24 hours in advance.
How long do dark chocolate pumpkin truffles last?
These chocolate covered pumpkin balls are best eaten within 1 to 2 days because of the popping candies. But for leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. You can also freeze them for 1 to 2 months. Just thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
More Delicious Pumpkin Dessert Recipes
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites
- Vegan Pumpkin Cheesecake Bars
- Mini Pumpkin Swirl Cheesecake
- Libby’s Pumpkin Pie
- Pumpkin Roll
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Chocolate Covered Pumpkin Balls
Ingredients
- 4 oz dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- Pinch kosher salt
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 7 packs Pop Rocks
- 8 oz dark chocolate chips for the coating
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients.
- Place the dark chocolate in a heat-proof bowl and set aside.
- Add the heavy cream and pumpkin puree to a saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine.
- Add the spices and salt. Allow the pumpkin mixture to come to a boil, stirring occasionally. Then, remove the pan from the heat.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture over the dark chocolate. Let them sit for at least 30 seconds.
- Whisk the dark chocolate pumpkin truffle mixture vigorously until smooth.
- Once the mixture is just warm and no longer very hot, whisk in the butter. Mix until combined.
- Add 5 packs of Pop Rocks and whisk to combine.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture has firmed up.
- Line a plate or baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop the truffle mixture onto the lined plate, using about 2 teaspoons per truffle.
- Refrigerate the dark chocolate pumpkin truffles for 30 minutes or until set.
- Melt the dark chocolate in the microwave.
- Coat the truffles with dark chocolate, then top them with the remaining Pop Rocks.
- Chill the truffles for another 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
- For convenience, you can skip the double boiler and microwave the chocolate chips on High for 30 seconds. Stir, then continue microwaving in 10-second increments, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth and fully melted.
- Making a big batch of these chocolate covered pumpkin balls? Use a candy dipping tool to coat them in chocolate!
- Pop Rocks can get sticky if opened too soon, so wait until the last minute to open the bags.
Nutrition
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