Pecan Balls
These rich, nutty pecan balls are a perfect balance of buttery goodness and a subtle sweetness, enhanced by the natural flavor of Better Halves Pecan Pieces.
With just four simple ingredients (plus a touch of salt), they come together quickly for an delicious treat, with a crumbly texture that melts in your mouth.
Enjoy them as a tasty snack or appetizer, or add a little sweetness by dipping them in melted semisweet chocolate. Or drizzle the chocolate on top for a simple finish—no extra fuss required!
This recipe makes about 20 balls.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 stick, softened
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 heaping cup Better Halves Pecan Pieces
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional chocolate drizzle: 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Directions:
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.
- Cream together the butter, sugar and flour
- Fold in the Better Halves Pecan Pieces and salt and stir until combined. The mixture will be crumbly but will form into balls easily
- Roll the dough into small balls and place on an ungreased baking sheet. (Wet your hands to keep the dough from sticking to you.)
- Bake for 45 minutes.
- Let cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to an airtight container.
These pecan balls keep for up to a week on the counter or in the pantry. - To make the chocolate sauce: Place chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute. Stir and microwave in 30 seconds intervals until chocolate is melted and can be stirred together. Drizzle melted chocolate over cooled pecan balls or dunk balls in the chocolate sauce.
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