Description
Grandma’s Pecan Pie Balls are delightful, bite-sized treats that combine the rich flavors of pecans with the sweetness of brown sugar and maple syrup, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups finely chopped pecans
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup maple syrup (or corn syrup)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix chopped pecans, crushed graham crackers, and brown sugar until evenly combined. Stir in maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt, mixing until the mixture is sticky and holds together.
- Form the Balls: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the mixture and roll them into balls with your hands.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat.
- Chill and Serve: Place the pecan pie balls on a baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For an extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon.
- These can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg