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Pecan Pie Balls Recipe

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Pecan Pie Balls are a delightful no-bake holiday treat that capture the rich, nutty flavors of classic pecan pie in a convenient, bite-sized form. These sweet morsels combine finely chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, and a creamy butter-maple syrup mixture, all coated in smooth semi-sweet chocolate and garnished with extra pecans for crunch. Perfect for festive gatherings, they are easy to prepare and require only chilling and dipping techniques without any baking.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

For Coating

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • Extra chopped pecans for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Mixture: Gather all your ingredients and combine the finely chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk together to evenly distribute the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth using a hand mixer or whisk. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold with a spatula until a thick, slightly sticky dough forms. Add maple syrup by teaspoons if needed to achieve consistency. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  2. Rolling the Balls: After chilling, scoop approximately one tablespoon of the dough and roll it into balls using your hands or a cookie scoop. Place balls spaced apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll all mixture into approximately 20-25 balls. Refrigerate again for 30 minutes to firm the balls for coating.
  3. Coating the Balls: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between to maintain smoothness. Add a teaspoon of coconut or vegetable oil if chocolate is too thick. Dip each chilled ball fully into the melted chocolate using a fork or toothpick and allow excess to drip off. Place coated balls back on the parchment-lined sheet. Sprinkle extra chopped pecans while chocolate is wet for garnish. Reheat chocolate if it begins to harden during dipping.
  4. Chilling and Serving: Refrigerate the chocolate-coated pecan pie balls for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate is set completely. Serve chilled as a portable, sweet holiday treat.

Notes

  • Use a small cookie scoop for uniform ball sizes and easier rolling.
  • If mixture is too dry after blending, add maple syrup gradually to avoid overly sticky dough.
  • Be careful not to overheat the chocolate while melting to prevent it from seizing.
  • Adding coconut or vegetable oil to chocolate helps achieve a smooth, thin coating.
  • Store finished pecan pie balls in the refrigerator to keep them firm.
  • These balls are a no-bake dessert, perfect for quick holiday preparations.

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