Pumpkin Spice Balls Recipe

These delicious pumpkin spice balls are a fantastic addition to your fall recipe collection! Fast and simple to make, this pumpkin spice balls recipe is an easy, no-bake treat bites that friends and family will adore. If you are looking for a great cookie recipe with a twist, try these scrumptious little pumpkin spice balls.

Pumpkin Spice Balls Recipe

Swap out your traditional rum balls for these delightful Pumpkin Spice Balls. Powdered sugar, honey, Rumchata, vanilla wafers, and pecans combine to make one wonderful fall recipe. This tasty treat uses few ingredients and takes little effort to toss together, making it a great go-to recipe for busy occasions.

I love autumn! The hayrides, corn mazes, light sweaters, warm days, cool nights, and the magnificent foliage make it my favorite time of the year. I also love the taste and scent of fall! Pumpkin, pumpkin spice, apple – yum!

Part of my fall and holiday traditions are pulling out and making my favorite pumpkin recipes. I love these simple to make pumpkin spice balls. If you also like pumpkin and pumpkin spice recipes try these terrific Pumpkin Spice Rice Crispy Treats Recipe or these Pumpkin Spice Cheerios Treats Recipe or perhaps this Easy Crustless Pumpkin Pie Recipe. Yum!

How to Make Pumpkin Spice Balls

1. Start the ball mixture – In a large bowl, combine the crushed wafers, powdered sugar, honey, and spices.
2. Add the rum – Stir in the rum and Rumchata until thoroughly mixed. Cover and chill for an hour.
3. Make the balls – Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and cover in the leftover powdered sugar. Place on a lined baking sheet.
4. Chill – Allow the balls to chill and sit for 30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Tips and variations for making this pumpkin spice balls recipe:

● For my UK and Australian friends: confectioners sugar is icing sugar (powdered sugar, 10x).
● Pecan substitute – If preferred, you can use chopped walnuts in place of the pecans.
● Storage – Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry area. These can be stored in the fridge or freezer if desired. In the fridge for up to a week and in the freezer for up to three months. Be aware that they get a little sticky when placed in the freezer.
● Reheating – I do not suggest heating these spice balls up. If you need them to be warmer when pulling from the fridge or freezer, let them come room temperature on their own.
● Store for more flavor – If you really want an amazing flavor with these pumpkin spice cookies, store them for a day or two in the fridge. This allows the flavors to really soak into each other.
● Make them ahead of time – If you need to fill a cookie platter for the holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Halloween) or just simply need a large batch, this is the treat for you. These are easy to make in large batches and are a great choice to make ahead. You can make them 2-3 days in advance!
● Make them keto – If you want a keto-friendly version of these pumpkin balls, use a keto-friendly substitute for the confectioners sugar, vanilla wafers, and honey. Some people are ok with honey on keto, and others are not. This part is up to you.
● Gluten-free spice balls – In order to make these gluten-free friendly, you will need to use a gluten-free vanilla wafer replacement. Vanilla sandwich cookies would do the trick and are easy to find in the gluten-free sections of most grocery stores.
● Make these vegan – In place of the honey, use pure maple syrup. In place of the vanilla wafers, you can use any vegan-friendly vanilla cookie replacement. For the Rumchata, you can simply use more rum in its place.
● Great for gifts! Box these up in cute little containers as gifts around the holidays. You will want to give these only to adults since none of the alcohol is cooked out of them.

Common Questions About Pumpkin Spice Balls

Is Pumpkin Spice Made from Pumpkin?

Pumpkin spice is made from a variety of spices like cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, etc. Therefore, pumpkin spice is not made from pumpkin. The flavor of pumpkin is definitely similar to that of pumpkin spice, though, which is what makes it so awesome and gives it its name. Pumpkin spice is used to resemble the flavor or essence of pumpkin in various recipes. It’s also used to enhance the flavor of pumpkin, which is why pumpkin spice and pureed pumpkin are combined to make pumpkin pie.

Are Energy Balls Actually Healthy?

Anything eaten in excess is never good for you. These pumpkin spice balls are not meant to be energy balls though. They are meant to be a dessert and are not intended to be healthy. To make them healthier, you can use a powdered sugar substitute like the keto options on the market currently. You can also use a sugar-free vanilla wafer replacement as well. In general, most energy balls when marketed as such, are focusing on being healthy. This recipe is just a good old fashioned holiday dessert that is meant for indulging.

What Spice Compliments Pumpkin?

A pumpkin spice mixture contains all the best spices to pair with pumpkin. Cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, etc. are all amazing spices to complement pumpkin and bring out its naturally delicious flavors even further.

Pumpkin Spice Balls Recipe Ingredients:

● 2 cups Nilla Wafers, crushed
● 1½ cups Confectioners Sugar, divided
● ½ cup Pecans, finely chopped
● 1 TBSP Honey
● 1 TBSP Pumpkin Pie Spice
● 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
● ¼ cup Rumchata
● 1 TBSP Rum

Pumpkin Spice Balls Mise en Place:

● Measuring Cup
● Measuring Spoons
● Bowls
● Spatula
● Parchment Paper
● Baking Sheet
● Cookie Scoop

Pumpkin Spice Balls Recipe Directions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, add the crushed Nilla wafers, one cup confectioners sugar, pecans, honey, and pumpkin pie spice, and ground cinnamon. Stir to mix well.

2. Add the Rumchata and rum and stir well to incorporate. The mixture will be thick and a bit sticky.

3. Cover and chill for one hour for easier handling.

4. Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Pour the remaining powdered sugar into a shallow bowl.

5. Once chilled, roll the rum mix into 1-inch balls and then dip into the powdered sugar, covering each pumpkin spice rum ball with a dusting of the sugar.

6. Place on the lined cookie sheet for 30 minutes and chill to allow the sugar to “set.”

7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days to allow the flavors to intensify.

Yield: 18

Pumpkin Spice Balls Recipe

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These delicious pumpkin spice balls are a fantastic addition to your fall recipe collection!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 30 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 cups Nilla Wafers, crushed
• 1½ cups Confectioners Sugar, divided
• ½ cup Pecans, finely chopped
• 1 TBSP Honey
• 1 TBSP Pumpkin Pie Spice
• 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
• ¼ cup Rumchata
• 1 TBSP Rum

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, add the crushed Nilla wafers, one cup of confectioners' sugar, pecans, honey, and pumpkin pie spice, and ground cinnamon. Stir to mix well.
2. Add the Rumchata and rum and stir well to incorporate. The mixture will be thick and a bit sticky.
3. Cover and chill for one hour for easier handling.
4. Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper. Pour the remaining powdered sugar into a shallow bowl.
5. Once chilled, roll the rum mix into 1-inch balls and then dip into the powdered sugar, covering each pumpkin spice rum ball with a dusting of the sugar.
6. Place on the lined cookie sheet for 30 minutes and chill to allow the sugar to "set."
7. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days to allow the flavors to intensify.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

18

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 113Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 36mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 1gSugar: 13gProtein: 1g

Note: for exact nutritional information, consult your dietitian. All nutritional information provided is simply a guideline.

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