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Pecan Balls

Buttery Pecan Balls: Irresistibly Simple 4-Ingredient Treats

Pecan Balls are simple, buttery treats that melt in your mouth, perfect for any gathering or sweet escape.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 20 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for easy mixing
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar Essential for the right texture
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds
Optional Chocolate Drizzle
  • 1/2 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Can substitute with milk chocolate chips

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Hand mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pecan Balls
  1. Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C).
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour. Beat together on medium speed until creamy and light, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped pecans and a pinch of salt until the dough is crumbly but cohesive, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Scoop small portions of the dough and roll them into balls about ½ inch in diameter. Place on an ungreased baking sheet.
  5. Bake the pecan balls for 45 minutes until light golden and fragrant.
  6. Let the pecan balls cool completely on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes before transferring to an airtight container.
  7. To make the optional chocolate drizzle, melt semisweet chocolate chips in the microwave. Drizzle over cooled pecan balls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for later enjoyment.

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