No Bake Pecan Pie Balls With Chocolate Coating
These No Bake Pecan Pie Balls With Chocolate Coating combine pecans, dates, oats, and a silky layer of chocolate for a hassle-free dessert recipe or snack idea perfect for holidays and everyday treats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans finely chopped, reserve 2 tbsp for garnish
- 1 cup Medjool dates pitted, roughly chopped
- 1 cup rolled oats gluten-free if needed
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract pure
- 1/4 tsp sea salt fine
- 1½ cups semisweet chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
- 1 tbsp coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Combine pecans, dates, oats, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture sticks together when pressed.
- Scoop the mixture with a small cookie scoop or tablespoon and roll into 1-inch balls between your palms.
- Place the pecan pie balls on parchment and refrigerate for 15–20 minutes until firm.
- Gently melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second microwave bursts or a double boiler until smooth.
- Dip each chilled ball into melted chocolate, let excess drip off, then sprinkle with reserved pecans.
- Return coated balls to the fridge for 10–15 minutes until the chocolate sets.
- Arrange on a platter or pack in mini muffin liners for gifting, then enjoy at cool room temperature.
Notes
Use a small cookie scoop for uniform sizing. For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the base mixture.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal
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