Vegan Pumpkin Pie Truffles
Vegan Pumpkin Pie Truffles are small balls of pumpkin puree flavored with pumpkin pie spice and maple syrup, thickened with almond and coconut flours, then coated in a cinnamon and coconut sugar mixture. They have a spiced, slightly sweet flavor and a firm yet tender texture suitable for a snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin pure pumpkin not pie mix, puree
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or use a mix of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg)
- 1/2 cup almond flour 2-3 tbsp
- 3 tbsp coconut flour
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Add pumpkin puree and maple syrup to a pan. Mix in the salt and pumpkin pie spice. Cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 mins to thicken slightly. Add in the vanilla extract if using. (You can also add in 1-2 tbsp rum or liquor of choice with maple syrup.)
- Cool slightly then add in the almond and coconut flour. Mix well. Then let chill to absorb for 10 minutes, then mix again. If the dough is sticky, add 2 tablespoons or more almond flour. Press the mixture between your fingers to check.
- Using your hands, form the dough into smooth balls.
- In a bowl, mix the coconut sugar and cinnamon. Roll the balls in cinnamon and sugar mixture . Store refrigerated for up to 3 days and frozen for up to a month.
Notes
- For a nut-free option, substitute almond flour with a mix of nut-free flours like sunflower seed flour, oat flour, and additional coconut flour.
- Store truffles refrigerated up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Nutrition information applies to one truffle ball.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 balls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Sodium | 57mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 57mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 3175IU | 64% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.