These decadent little Pecan Pie Truffles are the perfect little bites for holiday indulging AND for gifting friends and family!
Thanksgiving. T-minus 3 days away. Christmas. 35 days away. The holiday hustle and bustle is ON!
At this point most people have planned out their Thanksgiving meal, and a few over achievers may even have a few gifts bought and wrapped for under the tree.
With all the craziness that this year has brought, good and not so good, most important of all….’tis the season to be thankful.
I myself, have many things to be thankful for. And as I grow older, things I took for granted in my younger days are cherished and appreciated so much more.
Today, I am extra thankful for each and everyone of you. It’s the 3rd anniversary of The Beach House Kitchen, and there would be no BHK without you guys. Your comments, likes, follows, and photos you have sent me of recipes you’ve made from the blog have made my job a total delight! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
So today, I’m sharing a delicious little treat that’s perfect for holiday indulging, AND for gifting friends and family this holiday season! These Pecan Pie Truffles are decadent little bites that are a holiday staple at our house. They’re so incredibly easy to make, and can be packaged up as gifts all during the season.
A delicious combination of toasted pecans (don’t skip the toasting part), graham crackers crumbs, brown sugar, maple syrup, and bourbon (watch the kiddos!) all rolled into balls and then dipped in chocolate is indulgence at its best. Pecan pie has been one of my favorites for years, so I knew pecan pie truffles with a kick of bourbon would be a little something to be thankful for this holiday season. Enjoy!
Thank you for following The Beach House Kitchen friends. I hope you and your family have a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!
Love, Mary Ann XO
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup dark brown sugar firmly packed
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 2 Tbsp. maple syrup
- 3 Tbsp. bourbon
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 7 ounces good dark chocolate chopped (do not use chocolate chips)
- extra finely chopped pecans for sprinkling
Instructions
- To toast pecans: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread on large baking sheet and place in oven for 6-7 minutes or until fragrant. Remove from oven and let cool, then finely chop.
- In a medium bowl, combine pecans, graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar and salt. Add the maple syrup, bourbon and vanilla. Stir until well combined.
- Form the mixture into balls the size of walnuts. Place on a cookie sheet and put in freezer for 2 hours.
- Place chocolate in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 20 second intervals until melted and smooth. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Dip frozen balls into melted chocolate using a dipping tool or a fork. Tap the the dipping tool or fork on the side of the bowl to let the excess chocolate drip off. Place on prepared sheet. Sprinkle each truffle with some extra finely chopped pecans. Put in refrigerator to set for 30 minutes.
- Can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Recipe adapted from The New York Times Cooking
I love these truffles Mary Ann and I LOVE your blog. Well done on three amazing years!
These are so delicious Alida! Anything pecan pie and count me in! Thank you so much for following! Your blog inspires me every day!
Happy to have You ! Thank You and enjoy the holidays with Your loved ones !
I hope you and your family enjoy the holidays too! XO
My mom will love these! Congratulations on 3 years, my friend! I always look forward to seeing what BHK is cooking up! Here’s to many many more years of your beautiful offerings! Cheers!
So happy that I’ve got to virtually know you Annie! I’d love to meet you in person one day!
Congratulations Mary Ann! You’re recipes are always lovely, including these decadent truffles! Pinned. Cheers to more chit chat and more delicious recipes in the years to come! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! XO
Thank you so very much Dawn! So happy you follow along here at the BHK! XO
Happy 3rd Anniversary Mary Ann! What a fabulous way to celebrate :) Have a most wonderful Thanksgiving. I will be eating turkey vicariously through all my American friends.
Yes, you’ve been there, done that already Jennifer! Thank you so much and thanks so much for following! XO
Happy third anniversary! I’m so glad I’ve found your beautiful (and delicious) little corner of the internet. You never fail to make me hungry/thirsty :). And these truffles are no exception! I just want to reach into my screen and grab a few for breakfast!
Thank you Kelsie! And ditto to the making me hungry!! Have an awesome week!
Happy third blogaversary! Is that how you say that? These are so beautiful Mary Ann!!!!! I love them!! xoxo
Thanks Rebecca! So glad we’ve (sort of) met through our blogs! Love to meet in person one day! XO
EEEEE!!! Happy 3rd blog-iversary, Mare!! I’m so thankful for this thing called the internet and the crazy food blogging world, because without them I would have never had the pleasure of “meeting” you!! I’m thankful to know you, and even more thankful to call you a friend!! Seriously, not only are you unbelievably talented, you are also one of the kindest people ever. And I just adore you!! Let’s celebrate with these truffles!! These are gorgeous, my dear!! And the flavor is amazing! I mean, pecan pie in stunning truffle form? So much YES!! Pinned! Cheers, girlfriend – to a happy blog anniversary and to a beautiful Thanksgiving! xoxo
I’m so thankful for this crazy food blogging world for the same reason Chey! I know one day we’ll get to meet and I can’t wait! It seems like I already know you so well! Hope you and Boy have a wonderful Thanksgiving (and birthday for Boy!) XO
Your Pecan Pie Truffles look absolutely amazing, Mary Ann!! And Happy 3rd Blogiversary… Here’s to many, many more years of Beach House Kitchen beauty and deliciousness! xo
Thank you so much Michele! These little bites are mighty delicious. Perfect for the holidays! XO
Good and not so good – you’ve got that right. Really trying to focus on the positive and persuade change where I can. I think I’ve had more bourbon this year then I recall in recent history. You don’t have to ask me twice.. pecans.. BOURBON… FTW, Mary Ann! Sending you my best for a lovely, restful and peaceful holiday my friend! I am grateful for you… xo
Me too Traci! It’s always bourbon FTW! I hope you and Rob have a wonderful, relaxing holiday! I’m thankful for you too! You inspire me with all you share on your blog! XO
Congratulations Mary Ann, it’s amazing what you have done with your blog . It’s beautiful and so are your truffles and so many of your recipes. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Thank you so much Gerlinde! I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday in Germany! XO
These are WAY better than pecan pie!! :)
Woohoo! Glad you think so!
Congratulations on The Beach House Kitchen turning 3! I always enjoy visiting your site and checking out your latest creations. And these Pecan Pie Truffles do not disappoint! What a great recipe to celebrate with Mary Ann! Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving celebrating with family and friends!
Thanks Leanne! Hope you have a wonderful holiday with your family too! XO
Happy Anniversary!! You’ve done an AMAZING job on this blog for only 3 years! Can’t wait to see what the future brings for you (hopefully more treats like these)!! XO
Thanks Katherine! Hope you give these a try!
I adore pecan pie and these truffles are perfection! Hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving! :)
Me too Laura! What’s not to love about pecan pie right?! Hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday!
These truffles look amazing! Love those golden wrappers and your stunning pictures!! Happy Anniversary to you! Congratulations on doing an amazing job with this blog :)
Thanks so much Deepika! And thank you for following along here at the BHK!
Happy 3 years blogging! What a celebration post- I LOVE the sound and looks of these. The pecan with the grahams and bourbon- whoa. Saw these on IG and had to come right over to take a look. :)
Thanks Emily! These are really delicious! I found the recipe at NYTCooking. Hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
These are so pretty, Mary Ann. Just love the photos, and I bet they taste as good as they look.
They do Natasha! I knew when I saw the recipe at NYTCooking that I’d need to make these!
And I forgot to say congrats on 3 yrs!!! <3
Mwah!!
These look incredible!
Thanks Jennifer! Happy Thanksgiving!
Congratulations, Mary Ann! Happy 3 year anniversary to The Beach House Kitchen – love seeing everything you whip up twice a week. These little guys look absolutely yummy! Happy Thanksgiving!
Thank you so much for following along Geraldine! I appreciate your taking the time to stop by and leave a comment! Hope you and your family have a great Thanksgiving! XO
YUM! These truffles look so good, and I love this pecan version. Looks incredible ♥
Give them a go Natalie! They’re delish! Perfect for holiday gifting!
Congrats, Mary Ann! I’m so glad you’re here – LOVE your blog! And these pecan pie truffles are one of the reasons why. I love pecan pie, but a whole slice is always too much. So these little beauties are just perfect + chocolate coated for the win!
Thanks Marissa! I could eat the whole slice and the truffles Marissa! No willpower here!
Congrats on three years, Mary Ann! You are always such an inspiration for me!!! These pecan pie truffles look amazing. It’s taking two of my favorites and combining them into one delicious bite! This is a perfect way to celebrate! :)
Awww, thanks so much Kathy! I knew I’d have to share these. Pecan pie is one of my faves!
Hi..these look great! Do you think it is ok to freeze these for several days and then take out to dip in chocolate?
Thanks!
Hi Sonia. I think that would work fine. Enjoy!
Thanks so much!