Pecan Pie Balls (No-Bake)
These easy, no-bake Pecan Pie Balls are the perfect bite-sized treat packed with toasted pecans, sweet maple flavor, and a touch of chocolate. They’re great for holiday gatherings or a quick snack!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pecans, toasted and finely chopped
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 cup bourbon (or apple juice for a non-alcoholic option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted (for dipping)
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the toasted pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the maple syrup, bourbon (or apple juice), and vanilla extract until the mixture is cohesive and sticks together when pressed.
- Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill: Freeze the balls for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Dip in Chocolate: Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, coating them partially or fully, depending on your preference.
- Set the Chocolate: Place the dipped balls back onto the parchment paper and allow the chocolate to set.
- Store: Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- You can use dark or white chocolate for dipping based on your taste preference.
- For added texture, sprinkle extra chopped pecans or sea salt on the chocolate before it sets.
- These can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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