Pecan Pie Balls Recipe – Simple Step-by-Step
Discover the delicious pecan pie balls recipe that captures the rich flavor of traditional pecan pie in bite-sized form.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Hand mixer or stand mixer
- Spatula
- Cookie scoop or tablespoon
- Baking sheet or tray
- Parchment paper
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup graham cracker crumbs (for rolling or topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Use your hands or a small cookie scoop to shape the mixture into bite-sized balls.
- Place the balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt white chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
- Dip each chilled cheesecake ball into the melted white chocolate to coat.
- Roll the coated balls in graham cracker crumbs or sprinkle crumbs on top.
- Return the balls to the tray and chill for another 10–15 minutes, or until the coating is set.
Notes
These no-bake cheesecake balls make great quick desserts or holiday treats. They only need a few simple ingredients & no oven. The balls are creamy and sweet. You can customize them with your favorite toppings. Keep them chilled for the best texture.
Nutrition info estimate per serving (assuming the recipe makes 8 balls):
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Sugar: 13 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 90 mg