Pecan Pie Truffles
Indulge in the delightful world of Pecan Pie Truffles, where the classic flavors of pecan pie come together in a rich, bite-sized treat. These truffles are not only quick to make but also perfect for sharing at family gatherings or enjoying as a sweet surprise after dinner. With a simple blend of wholesome ingredients, you can create these melt-in-your-mouth treats that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you choose to top them with extra chopped pecans or a light drizzle of chocolate, these Pecan Pie Truffles are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Makes approximately 20 truffles 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted salted butter
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 ½ cups chopped pecans (plus more for topping)
- 6 oz semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Line a tray with parchment paper.
- Pulse graham crackers in a food processor until fine crumbs form.
- In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cream, maple syrup, and salt; mix well.
- Fold in graham cracker crumbs and chopped pecans until fully combined.
- Scoop mixture into balls and place on the prepared tray.
- Freeze for at least 45 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate with vegetable oil in the microwave until smooth.
- Coat each truffle in chocolate and sprinkle with chopped pecans before returning to the tray.
- Chill in the fridge until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
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