Pecan Pie Balls (No-Bake) – A Sweet & Easy Treat!

If you love pecan pie but don’t want to deal with baking a whole pie, these Pecan Pie Balls are the perfect solution! They have all the rich, nutty, and caramel-like flavors of classic pecan pie but come in bite-sized, no-bake form.

These little treats are easy to make, require no oven, and are perfect for holidays, parties, or whenever you need a quick dessert. Plus, they’re coated in smooth melted chocolate for an extra layer of indulgence!

Let’s get started with this step-by-step guide to making delicious No-Bake Pecan Pie Balls!

🍪 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Pecan Pie Filling:

✔ 2 cups pecans, finely chopped
✔ 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
✔ 1 cup brown sugar, packed
✔ ½ cup maple syrup or light corn syrup
✔ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
✔ ¼ teaspoon salt
✔ 1 ½ tablespoons melted butter

For the Chocolate Coating:

✔ 2 cups semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips
✔ 1 tablespoon coconut oil or shortening (optional, for a smoother coating)

🍪 Step-by-Step Guide to Making Pecan Pie Balls

Step 1: Prepare the Pecan Pie Filling

1️⃣ Chop the Pecans:

Using a knife or food processor, finely chop the pecans until they resemble coarse crumbs.

2️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients:

In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and salt. Stir to combine.

3️⃣ Mix in Wet Ingredients:

Pour in the maple syrup (or corn syrup), vanilla extract, and melted butter.
Stir until the mixture forms a sticky dough. If it’s too dry, add an extra teaspoon of syrup.

4️⃣ Chill the Dough: