Description
Sweet Southern charm meets bite-sized bliss in these pecan pie balls, a delightful no-bake dessert that brings classic pie flavors into irresistible round treats. Packed with rich nutty goodness and bourbon-kissed coating, you’ll savor each morsel of this easy party-perfect confection.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups pecan halves, finely chopped
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup brown sugar
Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 6 to 8 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Coating Ingredients:
- 24 ounces chocolate almond bark
Instructions
- Blend graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, maple syrup, and chopped pecans in a spacious mixing vessel, incorporating melted butter gradually until the mixture achieves a cohesive texture that maintains its shape when rolled.
- Craft uniform spheres approximately 1-inch in diameter, positioning them carefully on a parchment-lined tray. Transfer the tray to the refrigerator or freezer for 60 minutes to solidify the balls’ structure.
- Transform chocolate almond bark into a smooth, liquid state following precise package instructions, ensuring consistent temperature and texture.
- Immerse each consolidated pecan sphere into the molten chocolate, thoroughly coating the exterior. Delicately return the enrobed balls to the parchment-lined surface, allowing the chocolate coating to crystallize completely at room temperature.
- Once the chocolate shell has hardened and developed a glossy finish, the pecan pie balls are primed for consumption, offering a delectable blend of nutty and sweet flavors.
Notes
- Adjust the consistency by gradually adding melted butter, ensuring the mixture holds together without being too wet or dry.
- Create uniform balls by using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon measure for consistent sizing.
- Experiment with different coatings like dark chocolate, white chocolate, or drizzle with caramel for variety.
- Modify for dietary restrictions by using gluten-free graham crackers, vegan butter, and dairy-free chocolate alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 29 g
- Sodium: 42 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 17 mg