Pecan Pie Balls — The No-Bake, Gooey-Sweet Treat That Tastes Like Thanksgiving in a Bite

It’s Thanksgiving in your hand.

What You’ll Need: Pantry Staples, Maximum Joy

Grab these cozy ingredients—you probably already have most:

7 oz (about 1 cup) melting chocolate (semi-sweet, milk, or dark—your choice!)

→ Use chips, wafers, or chopped chocolate bars

2½ cups (200g) chopped pecans, toasted (for deep flavor!)

1 cup (100g) graham cracker crumbs (from about 8–10 sheets)

1 cup (200g) packed brown sugar (light or dark—dark = richer!)

2–3 tbsp maple syrup (the glue that holds it together!)

¼ cup (60ml) water

1 tsp rum extract (adds warmth—skip if avoiding alcohol flavor)

1½ tsp vanilla extract

That’s it.

No eggs.

No butter.

No corn syrup.

Pro tip: Toast pecans at 350°F for 5–7 mins for deeper flavor and crunch!