Pecan Pie Truffles – Delicious and Perfect for the Holiday Season
Looking for a new holiday dessert? These pecan pie truffles are the perfect treat to make this year. They’re easy to make, and the perfect delicious treat for the holidays.
You won’t be disappointed with these little bites of heaven. Plus, you can even use them as gifts for your friends and family members who love desserts!
These delicious pecan pie truffles are a holiday dessert that is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whip up a batch and then sit back as everyone swoons over these sweet treats!
Why We Love these Pecan Pie Truffles (and you will too!)
- little balls of deliciousness
- perfect for the holidays
- easy to make
- use as gifts for friends and family that love desserts
Is pecan pie a Texas thing?
I can’t say for certain, but it might as well be. It is the official state dessert after all. There are a few southern states that have variations of the pecan pie dessert: Georgia (custard pecan pie), Kentucky (fudge pecan pie), and North Carolina (pie with granola topping).
What’s the best holiday dessert??
That’s a tough question. Everyone has their own personal favorite holiday dessert, but some may argue that it’s gingerbread cupcakes or sugar cookie bars. Others would say it’s pumpkin pie or chocolate brownies. There are so many options for desserts this time of year!
How long can you keep leftover pecan pie truffles?
Leftover pecan pie truffles should be eaten within a couple of days but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. You can store them in an airtight container, but they might lose their shape and become a bit messy to eat. If you’re looking to keep your leftover pecan pie truffles for longer than two weeks, it’s best to freeze them. They’ll stay fresh in the freezer for up to a month.
What do you eat pecan pie truffles with?
You can enjoy these delicious little balls of heaven by themselves, or eat them along with some vanilla ice cream! You could also add them into your milkshake for an extra sweet treat that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Pecan Pie Truffles Recipe Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cashew butter
- 1 cup chopped pecans (+ 2 tbsp finely chopped pecans to garnish)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup dates puree (about 6 Medjool dates )
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Optional:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 ounces dark chocolate, melted
Pecan Pie Truffles Recipe Instructions
Dates puree:
- To make dates puree, you’ll need to pit them and then soak them in hot water for 10-15 minutes.
- Drain them by pressing the dates to release the excess water.
- Use a hand mixer to mash dates into a puree.
How to Make Pecan Pie Truffles
- Mix dates puree with cashew butter, vanilla extract, and coconut oil.
- Then add chopped pecan nuts and combine. Add the ground cinnamon if desired.
- Add almond flour and use your hands to incorporate the mixture thoroughly.
- Roll the batter into 20 – 1 inch balls.
- Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle each ball with it.
- Use two tablespoons of finely chopped pecans to garnish when the chocolate is still melted.
- Refrigerate the truffles for 1 hour before serving.
Tips
This is such a simple but delicious recipe. Follow your taste to add different add-ons as desired—some shredded coconut, another nut butter, or even extra dark chocolate to coat the whole truffle.
Recipe Notes
This is hands down one of the best recipes I’ve tried yet. You can taste the creaminess of the cashew butter but at the same time, pecans provide a crunchy bite. Naturally sweetened using fresh dates. Seriously these truffles are the perfect healthy dessert.
Pecan Pie Truffles Recipe Nutrition
Serves 20
Calories 117, Total C 6g, Fiber 1g, Net C 5g, Sugars 2g, Fat 10g, Protein 2g
Here are some photos we took while making these delicious holiday treats!
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Pecan Pie Truffles Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cashew butter
- 1 cup chopped pecans + 2 tbsp finely chopped pecans to garnish
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup dates puree about 6 Medjool dates
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Optional:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 ounces dark chocolate melted
Instructions
Dates puree:
- To make dates puree, you’ll need to pit them and then soak them in hot water for 10-15 minutes.
- Drain them by pressing the dates to release the excess water.
- Use a hand mixer to mash dates into a puree.
How to Make Pecan Pie Truffles
- Mix dates puree with cashew butter, vanilla extract, and coconut oil.
- Then add chopped pecan nuts and combine. Add the ground cinnamon if desired.
- Add almond flour and use your hands to incorporate the mixture thoroughly.
- Roll the batter into 20 – 1 inch balls.
- Melt the dark chocolate and drizzle each ball with it.
- Use two tablespoons of finely chopped pecans to garnish when the chocolate is still melted.
- Refrigerate the truffles for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy.
More Holiday Dessert Recipes to Try
Pumpkin Layered Cheesecake Recipe
Cherry Thumbprint Cookies Recipe
S’more Cookie Bars Recipe
