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Grandma’s Pecan Pie Balls

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful no-bake pecan pie balls that combine the flavors of toasted pecans, brown sugar, and buttery richness for a treat that captures the essence of family gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Combine the chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl. Mix until everything is well combined.
  2. Use your hands to form the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  3. Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Refrigerate the balls for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Once chilled, serve them as is or roll them in additional chopped pecans for extra crunch.

Notes

These pecan pie balls can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to three months.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ball
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg