Pecan Pie Truffles Recipe
Delightfully rich and bite-sized, these Pecan Pie Truffles combine buttery pecan shortbread cookies with creamy cream cheese, all coated in a smooth vanilla almond bark and topped with crunchy pecan halves. Perfect for festive occasions or an elegant sweet treat any time of year.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (melting almond bark)
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes (including cooling and setting times)
- Yield: Approximately 24 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Base
- 1 package pecan shortbread cookies (11.3 oz)
- 1 brick cream cheese (8 oz), softened to room temperature
Coating & Topping
- 1 bar vanilla almond bark (24 oz)
- ½ cup pecan halves
Instructions
- Prepare the base mixture: Place the pecan shortbread cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed cookies with the softened cream cheese and mix well until a smooth, even dough forms.
- Shape the truffles: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a lined baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt the coating: Break the vanilla almond bark into pieces and melt it in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
- Coat the truffles: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each chilled truffle ball into the melted almond bark, ensuring it is fully coated. Allow excess coating to drip off, then place back on the lined baking sheet.
- Add pecan topping: While the coating is still wet, gently press one or two pecan halves on top of each truffle for garnish and added crunch.
- Set the truffles: Refrigerate the coated truffles for at least 1 hour or until the coating is completely set and firm.
- Serve and store: Once set, serve the Pecan Pie Truffles chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- Allow the cream cheese to soften completely for easier mixing and a smoother texture.
- You can substitute vanilla almond bark with white chocolate if preferred.
- For added flavor, consider stirring in a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the base mixture.
- Keep the truffles refrigerated to maintain firmness, especially in warm environments.
- These truffles make excellent gifts when packaged in decorative boxes or tins.
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