Sugar-free Pumpkin Truffles
Discover these sugar-free pumpkin truffles, a healthy fall treat made with pumpkin and almonds. A perfect seasonal dessert or energy snack.
Servings 6 portions
Calories 150kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Almond flour Blanched or almond meal.
- 2 tbsp Coconut flour
- 1 tbsp Lucuma powder A natural sweetener with a low glycemic index.
- 1/2 cup Pumpkin purée Ensure it is 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
- 1 tbsp Coconut cream The solid part from a chilled can of full-fat coconut milk.
- 1/4 tsp Ground cinnamon
For the Coating:
- Unsweetened shredded coconut.
- 2 oz Dark chocolate 85% or 92% cocoa.
- 1 tsp A splash of Plant-based milk Almond or coconut milk.
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, lucuma powder, and cinnamon. Whisk thoroughly to ensure there are no lumps.
- Combine the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the pumpkin purée with the coconut cream until smooth.
- Form the Dough: Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Stir until a consistent, moldable dough forms.
- Shape the Truffles: Roll the dough into bite-sized balls between your palms. Place each ball into a small paper truffle liner (mini cupcake liner).
- Chill: Store the truffles in the refrigerator to firm up while you prepare the coatings.
- The Coconut Coating: Place the shredded coconut on a small plate. Roll half of the pumpkin truffles in the coconut until evenly coated.
- The Chocolate Coating: Melt the 2 ounces of dark chocolate with a splash of plant-based milk in the microwave (low power) or using a double boiler. Dip the remaining truffles into the chocolate or drizzle it over the top.
- Final Set: Place them back in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
- Serve: Enjoy these truffles cold with a fresh cup of coffee or your favorite tea.
Notes
- Keep them in the fridge for up to one week.
- Store them in paper truffle cups for a more elegant presentation.
- Use them as homemade gifts by packing them in small boxes.
- Experiment with variations: baked apple puree, ripe banana, or almond butter and dark chocolate.
Nutrition
Serving: 2units | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 0.3mg | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3181IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 2mg