Can I make no bake pumpkin cheesecake balls ahead of time?

Yes. These cheesecake balls are perfect for making ahead because they keep well in the fridge for several days and freeze beautifully.

Can I use store-bought pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree?

It’s best to use plain pumpkin puree so you can control the sweetness and spices. Pumpkin pie filling already contains sugar and spices, which can make the mixture too sweet or overpowering.

What kind of chocolate works best for coating?

White chocolate is classic for this recipe, but you can also use dark or milk chocolate for a richer flavor. Be sure to melt it with a little coconut oil for a smooth coating.

Why are my cheesecake balls too soft?

If your mixture feels too soft to roll, add one or two more crushed graham crackers and chill again. Keeping the balls cold before dipping also helps them keep their shape.

No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Balls

Ingredients

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1 8oz block light cream cheese, softened

1/3 cup pumpkin puree

10 graham crackers, crushed finely

1/2 cup powdered sugar

2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

tiny pinch salt

1/2 tsp vanilla

2 cups white chocolate

1 tbsp coconut oil

extra crushed graham cracker for topping

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Instructions

1. In a food processor, blend graham crackers into fine crumbs.

2. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, pumpkin puree, crushed graham crackers, and powdered sugar.

3. Add pumpkin pie spice, salt, and vanilla. Stir until combined.

4. Freeze for 1 hour; if too soft, mix in two more crushed graham crackers.

5. Roll into about 20 balls and freeze for another 30 minutes.

6. Melt white chocolate and coconut oil in microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each.

7. Coat each ball in white chocolate, top with extra graham cracker crumbs.

8. Store in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

If mixture is too soft to roll, add more crushed graham crackers.

For variety, use dark or milk chocolate instead of white.

Keeps in refrigerator for 5 days; freezes well for up to 2 months.

Author: Emily Frost
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ball
Calories: 140
Sugar: 13g
Sodium: 70mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 15g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 10mg