Pecan Pie Balls Recipe
Delicious bite-sized pecan pie balls coated in rich melted chocolate, perfect for holiday treats or anytime indulgence. These no-bake sweets combine the classic flavors of pecan pie in an easy-to-make, festive snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 20 pecan pie balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Pecan Pie Balls
- 1½ cups pecans, finely chopped
- ¾ cup graham cracker crumbs
- ⅔ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons light Karo syrup
- 2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract
- ¾ teaspoon rum extract
Chocolate Coating
- 12 ounces chocolate melting discs
- Holiday themed sprinkles (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, use a wooden spoon to mix the finely chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, maple syrup, light Karo syrup, melted salted butter, almond extract, and rum extract until evenly combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight to allow the mixture to firm up.
- Form Balls: Once chilled, use a 2-inch cookie scoop to portion out the pecan filling. Roll each portion tightly into balls by hand and set them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Continue until all the mixture is shaped into balls.
- Melt Chocolate: In a medium-sized bowl, melt the chocolate discs according to the package instructions. Stir the melted chocolate until smooth and glossy, ensuring it’s not too thick for coating.
- Coat Pecan Balls: Using a fork, gently dip each pecan ball into the melted chocolate, rolling it around carefully to fully coat the ball without breaking it apart. Lift the coated ball out with the fork and place it back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all pecan balls are chocolate-coated.
- Add Sprinkles: While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle holiday-themed candy sprinkles on top if desired to add festive decoration.
- Chill: Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator uncovered for about 2 hours to allow the chocolate coating to harden completely.
- Serve: Once the chocolate has set, serve the pecan pie balls at room temperature as a delightful, bite-sized treat.
Notes
- Use finely chopped pecans for better binding and texture.
- Chilling the mixture helps make the balls easier to shape and ensures they hold their form when dipped in chocolate.
- Ensure the melted chocolate is smooth and slightly cooled to prevent melting the pecan balls during coating.
- Store pecan pie balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- For a nut-free version, substitute pecans with toasted sunflower seeds and adjust flavorings accordingly.
- These make great gifts—wrap them in festive cellophane for an attractive presentation.
Keywords: pecan pie balls, no bake dessert, holiday treats, chocolate coated, bite size sweets, pecan dessert
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