Go Back
–+ servings
No Bake Pecan Pie Balls

No Bake Pecan Pie Balls: A Creamy, No-Fuss Delight

Delight in these No Bake Pecan Pie Balls, combining creamy pecans, chocolate, and a touch of sweetness for a quick, indulgent dessert.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 15 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Pecans Finely chopped
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Can use sugar alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla
For the Chocolate Mix
  • ½ cup Mini Chocolate Chips Dark, milk, or white chocolate
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Can substitute with crushed nuts

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop 1 cup of pecans and set aside in a mixing bowl.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans with 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar, blending until smooth.
  3. Drizzle in 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.
  4. Fold in ½ cup of mini chocolate chips gently until just combined.
  5. Shape the mixture into approximately one-inch balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Roll each ball in graham cracker crumbs to coat thoroughly, then return to the baking sheet.
  7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 55mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!