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Pecan Pie Balls

Delicious Pecan Pie Balls: A Sweet Treat for Your Cravings

Pecan Pie Balls are a delightful no-bake treat that combines rich, nutty pecans and sweet cocoa, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mixture
  • 1 cup Pecans finely chopped
  • 1 cup Graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar
  • ½ cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter softened
  • ⅓ cup Maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
For Coating
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips melted
  • ½ cup Extra chopped pecans for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • electric mixer
  • spatula
  • parchment paper
  • refrigerator
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pecan Pie Balls
  1. Gather all your ingredients on the kitchen counter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the butter mixture into the dry ingredients and fold until fully combined.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  6. Scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll into a ball.
  7. Chill the formed balls in the refrigerator for another 30 minutes.
  8. Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
  9. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off.
  10. Sprinkle extra chopped pecans on top while the chocolate is still wet.
  11. Refrigerate the coated balls until the chocolate sets.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure the mixture is sticky enough to hold together. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.

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