Easy Pumpkin Truffles
If you love pumpkin and truffles, you'll love this Brazilian-inspired Pumpkin Truffles Brigadeiro Recipe! Made with pumpkin puree, condensed milk, butter, and a hint of fall spices, then coated with unsweetened shredded coconut, making it the perfect treat to make around the holidays!
Ingredients
- 397 g (1) can of sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tablespoon butter , plus some more to grease your hands
- 200 g canned 100% purée pumpkin
- ⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
- ⅛ teaspoon ground Cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
To Garnish:
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut or granulated sugar
- Indian cloves , optional
Instructions
- Combine the condensed milk, butter, pumpkin puree, and spices in a small saucepan. Place over medium heat and bring to a simmer, constantly stirring with a wooden spoon.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and continue stirring until the mixture thickens and, when stirred, pulls away from the bottom of the pan, about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in the pure vanilla extract until combined.
- Remove the pumpkin truffle mixture from the heat and place the mixture in a light grease bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled all the way through, about 2 hours.
How to Shape Pumpkin Truffles
- Lightly butter your hands. Using a tablespoon or small scoop, scoop some Brigadeiro mixture into your hands and roll it into a bite-size ball. Roll the Pumpkin truffles in the unsweetened shredded coconut and place it on a bonbon cup or plate.
- Continue with the remaining Pumpkin truffles. Top it with clove, if desired! Store the Pumpkin Truffles in the refrigerator until ready to serve or for up to a week. Enjoy
Notes
How to Store & Re-Heat
How to Freeze
Pumpkin Truffles are also a great dessert to freeze, allowing you to enjoy them later. To freeze, place the rolled truffles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and put them in the freezer until firm. Once the truffles are frozen, transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag, and label it with the date.
When you are ready to serve, remove the truffles from the freezer and let them thaw in the refrigerator for a few hours before rolling them in shredded coconut or granulated sugar. Frozen truffles can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. By freezing the truffles, you can make them well in advance and have them on hand whenever needed.
- To store: Pumpkin Truffles Brigadeiro, place them in an airtight container, and store them in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you're storing them longer, you can freeze them for up to a month. However, remember that the texture and flavor may change slightly after freezing.
- To reheat: The truffles, remove them from the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving. You can also microwave them for a few seconds to soften them if they are too hard. Be sure to microwave them in short intervals and stir in between to avoid overheating. Remember that these truffles are best served chilled, so you may not need to reheat them. Enjoy!
Pumpkin Truffles can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, making them a convenient and stress-free dessert option for parties and gatherings. Once you have rolled the truffles into balls and coated them in shredded coconut or granulated sugar, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate until firm.
Once the truffles have firmed up, transfer them to an airtight container and keep them in the refrigerator until you are ready to serve. By making the truffles ahead, you can save time and ensure you have a delicious dessert whenever needed.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Pumpkin Truffles
Amount per Serving
Calories
82
% Daily Value*
Fat
4
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
3
g
19
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
6
mg
2
%
Sodium
24
mg
1
%
Potassium
101
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
11
g
4
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
10
g
11
%
Protein
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
1342
IU
27
%
Vitamin C
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
51
mg
5
%
Iron
0.3
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
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