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No-Bake Chocolate Dipped Pecan Pie Balls

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Make these easy, bite-sized pecan pie balls without turning on your oven. They capture the classic Southern pecan pie flavor in a simple, portable sweet treat perfect for holidays or parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for dipping)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable shortening or coconut oil (optional, for dipping)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and brown sugar. Mix well.
  2. Add the corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt to the dry ingredients. Stir until a thick, uniform dough forms.
  3. Roll the dough into small, one-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Chill the pecan pie balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Prepare the chocolate coating: Place the chocolate chips and shortening (if using) in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is smooth.
  6. Dip each chilled ball halfway or completely into the melted chocolate. Return the dipped balls to the parchment-lined sheet.
  7. Allow the chocolate to set completely. You can speed this up by chilling the balls for another 15 minutes.
  8. Serve or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free vanilla wafer crumbs or almond flour.
  • If you prefer a stronger pecan flavor, toast the pecans lightly before chopping them.
  • These make excellent make-ahead sweets; they store well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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