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Pecan Pie Balls

Decadent Pecan Pie Balls: Bite-Sized Holiday Bliss

Delicious Pecan Pie Balls are bite-sized treats that encapsulate the festive flavors of pecan pie, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts.
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Gluten-free option available.
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar Coconut sugar as an alternative.
  • ¼ cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • ¼ cup Maple Syrup Honey or agave syrup can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can be substituted.
  • ½ cup Extra Chopped Pecans Optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • cookie scoop
  • Parchment paper
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pecan Pie Balls
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine finely chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.
  2. In a separate bowl, cream together unsalted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Use an electric mixer for about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until incorporated and sticky. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Chill for another 30 minutes.
  5. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between.
  6. Dip each chilled ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, and return to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Chill the coated Pecan Pie Balls for an additional 30 minutes to set the chocolate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Pecan Pie Balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week or frozen for up to three months. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.

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