Apple Crisp Truffles

Apple Crisp Truffles pack the full flavour of warm apple crisp — cinnamon, caramelised apple, buttery oat topping — into a no-bake, no-oven truffle you can make in 15 minutes. They are a natural companion to the Pecan Pumpkin Pie Bites and just as addictive.

Dessert Nov 1, 2025 0 101 Add to Reading List

Apple crisp is one of those desserts that feels deeply autumnal the warm cinnamon, the caramelised apple layer, the buttery, crunchy oat topping. It's simple comfort food at its best, and the kind of thing that fills a kitchen with the best smell imaginable while it bakes. So naturally I started wondering: could I get all of that flavour into a no-bake truffle that doesn't require an oven at all?

Yes. The answer is yes. These Apple Crisp Truffles capture every part of that experience dried apple, warm spices, rolled oats, and a date-and-nut butter base that mimics cookie dough texture so well it's almost suspicious. If you've made the Pecan Pumpkin Pie Bites from this site, these follow the same basic philosophy and would make excellent autumn company alongside them.

The Flavour

Dried apple is the key ingredient it gives a concentrated, jammy apple flavour that fresh apple can't provide in a no-bake context. Combined with cinnamon, nutmeg, a tiny amount of allspice, and vanilla, the truffle base tastes remarkably like the fruit layer of a crisp. The rolled oats complete the picture, adding that topping quality and a pleasant chew.

After rolling, coat them in a mix of cinnamon and coconut sugar for an exterior that genuinely looks like caramelised crisp topping. The sweet potato pecan cinnamon combination is another great autumn flavour direction if you want to keep exploring.

Tips

Use Medjool dates they are moister and blend more smoothly than smaller varieties
If the mixture feels too sticky to roll, refrigerate for 15 minutes first
Roll in cinnamon-coconut sugar immediately after shaping, before refrigerating
Store in the fridge up to 2 weeks, or freeze up to 3 months

Name	Apple Crisp Truffles
Cuisine	Fusion
Prep Time	30 minutes
Cooking Time	12 minutes (for apple filling)
Total Time	2 hours 47 minutes (including chilling time)
Servings	24 truffles
Yield	24 truffles

Ingredients

heaping 1/4 cup chopped soft Medjool dates (about 3 pitted dates)
heaping 1/4 cup finely chopped dried apple rings, preferably unsweetened & unsulfured (about 4 full rings)
1/3 cup raw pecan or walnut pieces
1 Tbsp unsweetened applesauce
1/2 tsp apple pie spice
1/4 cup finely chopped raw pecans or walnuts

Directions

Place chopped dates and dried apples into the bowl of a food processor, and process until they form a chunky paste, about 20-30 seconds.
Place 1/3 cup pecan pieces into the food processor bowl along with the dried fruit paste, and process until mixed, about 10-20 seconds.
Add the applesauce and apple pie spice to the mixture. Process until incorporated, about 10-20 seconds. Remove mixture from food processor.
Form 6-8 small balls out of the mixture by rolling them between your palms. Set aside.
Place the 1/4 cup finely chopped pecans onto a cutting board or plate and roll the balls around in the nuts until fully coated.
Once again, roll the balls between your palms so that the nuts adhere and create a “crust”.
Store in the refrigerator.

Estimated Nutrition per Serving

Calories: 125 kcal
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 5mg
Carbohydrates: 15g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 1g
Vitamin D: 0%
Calcium: 1%
Iron: 5%
Potassium: 75mg

These nutritional values are approximate and can vary based on the specific brands and ingredients you use. It’s always a good idea to check the labels on your ingredients and consult with a nutritionist for precise dietary information, especially if you have dietary restrictions or specific nutritional requirements. Enjoy your Apple Crisp Truffles in moderation!