Here’s a sweet, no-bake Pecan Pie Balls recipe—all the flavor of pecan pie in bite-size treats 🥧🌰
🌰 Pecan Pie Balls
Ingredients
- 1½ cups finely chopped pecans
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or vanilla wafer crumbs)
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup corn syrup (light or dark)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional coating:
- Powdered sugar or
- Melted chocolate (milk or semi-sweet)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix pecans, graham cracker crumbs, and brown sugar.
- Stir in corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla until fully combined.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Place on a parchment-lined tray and chill 30–45 minutes to firm up.
- Optional:
- Roll in powdered sugar, or
- Dip in melted chocolate and return to parchment to set.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth
- Drizzle chocolate instead of fully dipping for a fancy look
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week
- Great for holiday trays, potlucks, or gifts
If you want, I can also share a bourbon-flavored version (non-alcoholic option too), a cream-cheese version, or a crunchy toasted-pecan twist 😊
