Description
These Pecan Pie Balls are a delightful no-bake treat that captures the flavors of pecan pie in a convenient, bite-sized form. Perfect for snacking or as a healthier dessert option, these energy-packed balls are easy to make and satisfy your sweet cravings!
Ingredients
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Pecan Pie Balls:
- 1½ cups pecans (finely chopped)
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted and chopped)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup melted chocolate (optional, for dipping)
- crushed pecans or flaky sea salt for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse pecans until finely chopped but not paste-like.
- Process until the mixture comes together and holds its shape when pressed.
- Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls using your hands.
- Place on a parchment-lined tray.
- If desired, dip each ball halfway into melted chocolate and return to the tray.
- Sprinkle with crushed pecans or flaky salt before the chocolate sets.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up before serving.
Add graham cracker crumbs, chopped dates, cinnamon, salt, vanilla, and maple syrup or honey.
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
- You can swap dates for dried figs or prunes.
- For a more indulgent version, roll the entire ball in chocolate.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
