Make these easy, no-bake pecan pie balls to capture the classic holiday flavor in a simple, bite-sized treat. They are perfect for parties or gifting.
Author:Avery
Prep Time:20 min
Cook Time:0 min
Total Time:50 min
Yield:20 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for dipping)
1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for smooth dipping)
Instructions
Place the chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, and powdered sugar in a medium bowl. Mix these dry ingredients together well.
Add the sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and salt to the dry mixture. Stir until a thick, uniform dough forms.
Roll the dough into small, one-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Chill the pecan balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm them up before dipping.
Prepare the chocolate coating: Place the chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
Dip each chilled ball halfway into the melted chocolate, or coat completely, using a fork to lift and allow excess chocolate to drip off.
Return the dipped balls to the parchment-lined sheet. If desired, immediately sprinkle a few extra chopped pecans on top of the wet chocolate.
Refrigerate the finished treats for about 15 minutes, or until the chocolate sets completely.
Notes
You can substitute the graham cracker crumbs with vanilla wafer crumbs for a slightly different texture.
For a richer flavor, toast the pecans lightly before chopping and adding them to the mix.
Store these easy holiday treats in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.