Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Pecan Pie Balls—perfect as a bite-sized dessert!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- Optional: powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions:
- Toast pecans: (Optional) Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes to bring out the flavor. Let cool.
- Mix base: In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add crunch: Stir in crushed graham crackers and chopped pecans until evenly mixed.
- Form balls: Roll mixture into 1-inch balls. If desired, roll in powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
💡 Tips:
- You can drizzle melted chocolate over the balls for an extra decadent touch.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
If you want, I can also give a no-bake version using only 3 ingredients that’s even faster and just as tasty. Do you want me to share that?
