Description
These Pecan Pie Balls taste just like classic pecan pie but in a rich, bite-sized form! Made with buttery pecans, graham cracker crumbs, and a touch of maple and brown sugar sweetness, then coated in smooth chocolate—these no-bake treats are perfect for holiday gifting and parties.
Ingredients
Scale
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- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans (toasted recommended)
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup corn syrup (or additional maple syrup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For Coating:
- 12 oz melted chocolate (semisweet, milk, or dark)
- Crushed pecans or flaky sea salt for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and salt.
- Add maple syrup, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Freeze for 10–15 minutes, or until firm enough to dip.
- Dip each ball into melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
- Place dipped balls back on the baking sheet and top with crushed pecans or sea salt if desired.
- Let chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate for faster setting.
- Enjoy chilled or at room temperature for a delicious pecan-pie-inspired treat!
Notes
Toast the pecans beforehand to deepen the flavor. Store Pecan Pie Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months. Perfect for cookie trays, gifting, or holiday snacking!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pecan pie balls, no bake pecan treats, holiday candy, Christmas desserts, chocolate pecan bites, pecan truffles