4-Ingredient Pecan Pie Truffles

These 4-ingredient Pecan Pie Truffles are an easy, no-bake treat that tastes just like the classic dessert!

If classic pecan pie is a holiday dessert obsession for you, you're going to love these easy Pecan Pie Truffles! This quick, no-bake recipe transforms the fall flavors of pecan pie into soft truffles that are coated in a crisp chocolate shell and topped with a toasted pecan half. Because they can easily be made ahead, these truffles are perfect for holiday parties or sweet gifting!

These Pecan Pie Truffles are easy to make and are a fun treat to share with family and friends throughout the holiday season. Even better, the kids can help! Here's what you'll need:

(Specific measurements and full recipe instructions are found below)

• pecan shortbread cookies - also known as Pecan Sandies, these cookies are crushed to create a sweet, buttery, and nutty base for the truffle filling.
• cream cheese - blends with the crushed cookies to create a soft, creamy center. Be sure to use softened cream cheese (regular, light, or fat-free) for easy mixing. 
• vanilla almond bark - almond bark, white chocolate chips, or melting wafers are fine to use. These will be melted to dip the truffles into for a sweet coating.
• pecan halves - used to top each truffle, giving them a beautiful, classic presentation that hints at the pie flavor inside.

You will also need a hand/stand mixer, mixing bowls, cookie scoop, baking sheet, and parchment paper.

Crush the cookies into a fine crumb. You can do this by putting them into a sealed plastic bag and crushing them with your hands or a rolling pin, or you can put the cookies into a food processor and pulse them to crumbs.

Once crushed, keep the cookies in the food processor or pour the crumbs into a large mixing bowl. Add in the softened cream cheese, and then mix together until you get a thick, paste-like consistency.

Use a cookie scoop to gather the mixture and roll into 1" balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. The truffles will be soft, so I recommend placing them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or freeze for about 15 minutes to allow them to firm up.

Melt the almond bark in the microwave in 30-second intervals, or use a double boiler to melt until completely smooth. To easily coat the truffles without a mess, place a chilled truffle onto a fork and use a spoon to ladle melted chocolate over the top.

Gently tap the fork against the side of the bowl to remove any excess chocolate, then immediately top each truffle with a pecan half before the coating sets.

Let the coating set completely before serving. Refrigerate the truffles for 10-15 minutes to make the process quicker.

4-Ingredient Pecan Pie Truffles

Servings: 16 truffles
Prep Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

• 11.3 oz package pecan shortbread cookies
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 24 oz vanilla almond bark
• ½ cup of pecan halves 

Directions:

1. Crush the pecan shortbread cookies (by hand, with a rolling pin, or by food processor) into fine crumbs.
2. In a large mixing bowl (or food processor), mix cookie crumbs and cream cheese together until it forms a thick dough.
3. Scoop and roll the cookie mixture into 1 inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator or freezer for 20 minutes to allow the dough to firm up.
5. Melt the almond bark in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals. Stir well after each interval until completely melted and smooth.
6. Dip the chilled truffles, one by one, into the melted chocolate.
7. Drip off excess chocolate, and place the truffles back onto the baking sheet.
8. Immediately top each truffle with a pecan half.
9. Allow the truffle coating to set completely before serving. To speed up the process, place them in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
10. Keep the Pecan Pie Truffles refrigerated until ready to serve.

Storage: 

• Refrigerate truffles in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
• Freeze: Once the coating has set, truffles can be frozen in a large zipped-top freezer bag for up to 2 months.  Let them come to room temperature at least 30 minutes before serving.

Whether you're looking for an effortless holiday dessert or a fun recipe to make with the kids, these 4-Ingredient Pecan Pie Truffles are such a fantastic no-bake treat. They’re super fast to whip up, shockingly delicious, and guaranteed to become a new seasonal favorite! If you decide to give this recipe a try, I'd love to hear all about it! Please share your creations on Instagram, Facebook, or leave a comment/photo on the project pin on Pinterest!

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