Pecan Pie Balls


 

Rich. Buttery. Deeply satisfying—this is dessert, perfected for real life. Born from Depression-era ingenuity and perfected in Midwest kitchens, this recipe turns humble pecans into edible gold. The graham crumbs add a whisper of campfire smoke; the maple syrup deepens the brown sugar’s warmth; the rum extract (just a drop!) lifts it all like a sigh. And that chocolate shell? It melts on your tongue like a promise. Best of all? It’s ready in 15 minutes of hands-on time—while you hum hymns and set out coffee for unexpected guests.


✨ Best of all? Naturally make-ahead, freezer-friendly, and always the first to vanish at potlucks.

“Roll, dip, and share grace in a bite.”


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✓ Only 8 humble ingredients—pantry staples, no fancy trips

✓ 15 minutes hands-on—ideal for tired evenings or last-minute gifts

✓ Naturally nostalgic—feeds both body and spirit

✓ Giftable & portable—stack in vintage tins, tie with raffia, share with hope

✓ Freezer-friendly—bake once, savor for months


Perfect for:

• Church bake sales or funeral luncheons

• Teacher appreciation gifts or holiday tins

• After-school snacks or youth group gatherings

• Filling that “Heirloom Sweets” chapter in your recipe book


Ingredients