Pioneer Woman Pecan Pie Ball Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Pecan Pie Ball Recipe is a sweet, crunchy treat. It tastes like pecan pie in a bite. I love how easy and fun it is to make.
Ingredients
- Pecans – 1 cup chopped
- Brown sugar – ½ cup
- Butter – ¼ cup
- Corn syrup – ¼ cup
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
- Cream cheese – 8 ounces softened
- Powdered sugar – 1 cup
- Mini chocolate chips – ½ cup optional
- Salt – ¼ teaspoon
Instructions
. Toast the Pecans
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread pecans on a sheet. Toast for 8 minutes until fragrant.
Make the Pecan Mixture
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Add brown sugar and corn syrup. Cook until thick and bubbly.
Add Vanilla and Pecans
- Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and toasted pecans. Mix well and let cool.
Beat the Cream Cheese
- In a bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Use a spoon or mixer.
Add Powdered Sugar
- Add powdered sugar to cream cheese. Mix until thick and smooth.
Combine Mixtures
- Add cooled pecan mixture to cream cheese mix. Stir until fully combined.
Chill the Mixture
- Cover the bowl and chill for 15 minutes. This makes it easier to shape.
Shape the Balls
- Use a spoon or scoop to form balls. Roll them between your hands until smooth.
Add Chocolate Chips (Optional)
- Roll each ball in mini chocolate chips if you like. Press lightly to stick.
Chill Before Serving
- Place balls on parchment paper. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Toast pecans for a deeper flavor.
- Chill mixture before shaping to avoid sticky hands.
- Use a cookie scoop for equal sizes.
- Roll in chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Store in fridge to keep shape.