Here’s a simple recipe for no-bake pumpkin cheesecake balls:
Ingredients:
1 cup cream cheese, softened
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or to taste)
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
Optional: melted chocolate for coating or chopped nuts
Instructions:
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Mix until smooth.
- Add Crumbs: Gradually mix in the graham cracker crumbs until well combined. The mixture should be thick enough to form balls.
- Chill: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Form Balls: Once chilled, use a small cookie scoop or your hands to form bite-sized balls.
- Coat (Optional): If desired, dip the balls in melted chocolate or roll them in chopped nuts or extra graham cracker crumbs.
- Chill Again: Place the finished balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and chill for another 30 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature!
Storage:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy your delicious pumpkin cheesecake balls!