Best 4 Honey Pecan Balls Recipes
Indulge your sweet cravings with our delectable Honey Pecan Balls, a delightful treat that combines the irresistible flavors of honey, pecans, and a hint of cinnamon. These bite-sized balls are a perfect blend of chewy and crunchy textures, coated in a smooth and rich chocolate ganache.
This collection of recipes offers two variations to tantalize your taste buds – the classic Honey Pecan Balls and a unique Cranberry Honey Pecan Balls version. Both recipes provide step-by-step instructions, detailed ingredient lists, and a comprehensive guide to ensure your homemade treats turn out perfectly.
The classic Honey Pecan Balls capture the essence of this timeless recipe, featuring a combination of butter, brown sugar, honey, vanilla, and cinnamon, which are then mixed with crushed pecans and rolled into bite-sized balls. Once chilled, these balls are dipped in a luscious chocolate ganache, creating a delightful contrast between the sweet and nutty filling and the rich chocolate coating.
The Cranberry Honey Pecan Balls introduce a festive twist to this classic recipe. Dried cranberries add a tart and tangy flavor, complementing the sweetness of the honey and pecans. These balls are a delightful treat for special occasions like Christmas or Thanksgiving, adding a touch of holiday cheer to your dessert table.
Whether you prefer the classic Honey Pecan Balls or the vibrant Cranberry Honey Pecan Balls, these recipes provide all the necessary guidance to create these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible homemade sweets!
PECAN BUTTER BALLS
These are melt in your mouth goodies.
Provided by Kathy Farmer
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Sift together into a medium sized bowl the flour, sugar and vanilla. Work in the margarine with a spoon or hands until well blended. Add chopped pecans and mix well.
- Shape dough into 1 inch balls and put on ungreased pans. Bake in a preheated 325 degree F (165 degrees C) oven for about 25 minutes or until pale brown. When slightly cool roll or shake in confectioners' sugar. Store in an air tight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.3 calories, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 87.8 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
EASY CHRISTMAS PECAN BALLS
These snowball cookies are surprisingly easy to make. Pecans can be finely chopped or coarsely ground in a food processor and toasting them first makes all the difference. I could not find a way to make these with less butter, I tried! (RECIPE CAN BE DOUBLED) - Jenny Jones
Time 1h
Yield about 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put all ingredients except powdered sugar into a large bowl.
- Mix thoroughly by hand, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350° F. Roll cookies by hand into 1-inch balls.
- Place on ungreased or parchment-lined cookie sheet an inch apart.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until set but not brown.
- Let stand on cookie sheet about 2 minutes, then gently roll each one gently in powdered sugar. Let cookies cool.
- Once they cool (15-20 minutes), roll again (gently) in powdered sugar. Store loosely covered.
GOLD-DUSTED BOURBON PECAN BALLS
Categories Bourbon Chocolate Nut Dessert Christmas Pecan Winter Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 4 1/2 dozen bourbon balls
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl sift together cocoa powder and 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar and whisk in gold powder until combined well.
- In a bowl stir together wafer crumbs and pecans. In a small bowl whisk together bourbon, remaining 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, and honey and pour into crumb mixture, stirring with a fork until combined well. Form teaspoons of mixture into balls and roll, 4 at a time, in cocoa mixture. Bourbon balls may be kept, in layers separated by wax paper in an airtight container lined with wax paper, in a cool dry place 1 week.
CREAMY GOAT CHEESE AND HONEY
Creamy goat cheese is lightly dusted with pecans, honey, and rosemary. These are so delicious, light, and refreshing, they could be served as appetizers or an interesting dessert. They are always a hit! Spread them on your favorite crostini, bagel chips, or melba toasts.
Provided by Raelee's recipes
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Ball Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Divide the goat cheese into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball. Combine the crushed pecans and cinnamon in a bowl. Roll each goat cheese ball in the pecan mixture until covered. Gently pat the balls into patties; transfer to a serving plate. Drizzle honey over the patties and sprinkle rosemary on top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 146.6 mg, Sugar 9.9 g
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality pecans for the best flavor. - If you don't have honey, you can substitute maple syrup or agave nectar. - Use a food processor to quickly and easily chop the pecans. - Be sure to roll the balls in powdered sugar while they are still warm, so that the sugar will stick. - Store the honey pecan balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. - Enjoy the honey pecan balls as a snack, dessert, or gift.Conclusion:
Honey pecan balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, and holiday gatherings. With their simple ingredients and sweet, nutty flavor, honey pecan balls are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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