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Pecan Pie Balls

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I don’t know about you, but I love pecan pie. It’s one of my favorite desserts. But it can be a little bit fussy to make.

That’s why I came up with this easy pecan pie ball recipe. They’re simple to make and delicious!

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Plus, they’re perfect for a party or as a dessert for Thanksgiving or Christmas.

pecan pie balls, pecan balls, recipe for pecan balls

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked pecan pie in the fall. And there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a bite of pecan pie ball.

pecan pie balls, pecan balls, recipe for pecan balls

So go ahead and indulge your sweet tooth!

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Why are we so excited about this pecan pie balls recipe?

This dessert is really easy to make. Plus, they are really tasty and taste just like Pecan Pie.

pecan pie balls, pecan balls, recipe for pecan balls

How do I serve these Pecan Pie Balls?

They should be served in the same manner that you would serve up any other dessert. Whether this is on a decorative plate, in separate dessert cups or in a serving bowl with toothpicks, as long as your guests get to taste them, the method will not matter.

Why is my Pecan mixture so dry and crumbly?

If this happens, add one or two teaspoons of water until the dough comes together. If the dough is too wet, add a small amount of flour.

Do I have to dip them in chocolate?

Not necessarily. You could dip some in chocolate, leave some plain and dip some in caramel. This gives you a variety and lets you decide which way you like them best.

pecan pie balls, pecan balls, recipe for pecan balls

Ingredients:

  • Chocolate
  • Pecans
  • Graham cracker crumbs
  • Brown sugar
  • Maple syrup
  • Water
  • Rum extract
  • Vanilla extract
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How to make Pecan Pie Balls:

Step 1. Add the pecans and brown sugar, graham cracker crumbs to a mixing bowl. Stir to combine.

Add the pecans and brown sugar, graham cracker crumbs to a mixing bowl. Stir to combine.

Step 4. Mix the rum extract into the water, and add it to the mixing bowl.

Mix the rum extract into the water, and add it to the mixing bowl.

Step 5. Stir to combine the mixture well until it clumps together easily when squeezed in your hand.

Step 6. Form the mixture into 30 evenly sized balls and place into the freezer to chill on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 1 hour.

Form the mixture into 30 evenly sized balls and place into the freezer to chill on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 1 hour.

Step 7. Heat the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until completely melted.

Heat the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until completely melted.

Step 8. Dip the pecan pie balls into the chocolate, and return them to the parchment-lined baking sheet.

Dip the pecan pie balls into the chocolate, and return them to the parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 9. Chill again until the chocolate has set before serving.

Chill again until the chocolate has set before serving.

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Pecan Pie Balls

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 30
There's nothing quite like the smell of freshly baked pecan pie in the fall. And there's nothing quite as satisfying as a bite of pecan pie ball.
4.14 from 15 votes

Ingredients 

  • 7 oz. Melting chocolate
  • 2 ½ C. Chopped pecans
  • 1 C. Graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 C. Packed brown sugar
  • 2-3 Tbsp. Maple syrup
  • ¼ C. Water
  • 1 tsp. Rum extract
  • 1 ½ tsp. Vanilla extract

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Instructions

  • Add the pecans, brown sugar, and graham cracker crumbs to a mixing bowl, and stir to combine.
  • Mix the rum extract into the water, and add it to the mixing bowl along with the maple syrup. Stir to combine the mixture well until it clumps together easily when squeezed in your hand.
  • Form the mixture into 30 evenly sized balls and place into the freezer to chill on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 1 hour.
  • Heat the chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl at 30-second intervals until completely melted.
  • Dip the pecan pie balls into the chocolate, and return them to the parchment-lined baking sheet.
  • Chill again until the chocolate has set before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 21mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g
Author: Laura

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How do I store these?

The best method of storing these is to place them in ziploc bags with the air removed, or in an airtight container. They can be kept in the refrigerator or they can be left on the counter. You could also freeze them for up to 2 months.

Can I add ingredients?

Sure, you could add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, you could add in caramel chips or chocolate chips.

What if I cannot find the Chocolate Almond Bark?

That would be surprising, most stores sell almond bark in the baking aisle. However, if your store does not stock it, you can use Chocolate Chips, melt them and use them as a dip for the Pecan Balls.

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