Pioneer Woman Pecan Pie Balls
Pioneer Woman Pecan Pie Balls are delightful, bite-sized treats that encapsulate the rich flavors of traditional pecan pie in a fun and portable form. These indulgent balls combine creamy sweetness with a satisfying crunch from finely chopped pecans. Perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday snacks, they are incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes (chilling)
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No baking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups vanilla wafer cookies, crushed
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- Crush vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor until they reach a sand-like consistency.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed cookies, chopped pecans, sweetened condensed milk, brown sugar, melted butter, and optional chocolate chips. Mix until well blended.
- Roll the mixture into balls about 1 inch in diameter to form approximately two dozen bites.
- Place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least one hour to firm up.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature; drizzle with melted chocolate for added flair if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 97
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg