Description
No Bake Pecan Pie Balls are the ultimate treat for any occasion, combining the rich flavors of pecans and maple syrup in a bite-sized ball. These easy-to-make delights require no baking, making them perfect for last-minute gatherings or sweet cravings. With their creamy texture and nutty goodness, they’re sure to impress your friends and family. Customize them with chocolate chips or coconut flakes for an extra indulgent twist!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ground pecans
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground pecans, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth using an electric mixer on medium speed.
- Roll about one tablespoon of the mixture into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the balls in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Optionally, dip each chilled ball halfway into melted chocolate and sprinkle with crushed pecans or sea salt before the chocolate sets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (20g)
- Calories: 78
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider toasting the ground pecans lightly before mixing. Customize by adding chocolate chips or coconut flakes according to your preference.