Description
“Enjoy the rich, nutty flavors of pecan pie in these easy no-bake Pecan Pie Balls! Made with pecans, graham crackers, brown sugar, and coated in chocolate, they’re perfect for holidays, parties, or a sweet treat anytime.”
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup maple syrup or corn syrup
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 ounces semi-sweet or dark chocolate
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or shortening (optional)
- Sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Mix pecans, graham cracker crumbs, and brown sugar in a bowl.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in melted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Form the Balls: Roll into bite-sized balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the Chocolate: Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Add coconut oil if needed.
- Coat the Balls: Dip each ball in chocolate using a fork or toothpick, letting excess drip off.
- Garnish and Set: Sprinkle with sea salt if desired and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy at room temperature or chilled.
Notes
- White Chocolate Coating: Use white chocolate instead of dark.
- Bourbon Pecan Pie Balls: Add a splash of bourbon for a boozy touch.
- Coconut Pecan Balls: Mix in shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs.
- Vegan-Friendly: Substitute plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: dessert
- Method: no bake
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Keywords: pecan pie balls, no-bake dessert, holiday treats, chocolate pecan balls, easy sweets