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    Home » Sweets » Pecan Pie Bliss Balls

    Pecan Pie Bliss Balls

    Published: Sep 17, 2019 · Modified: Sep 6, 2021 by Kaylie Grace · Leave a Comment

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    These pecan pie bliss balls contain the sweet flavors of autumn all in one delicious bite! The recipe is reminiscent of pecan pie with ingredients like pecans, dates, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Better yet, they are vegan, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients.

    stack of pecan pie energy balls with cinnamon sticks and almond milk in the background

    The fall season is officially here! What better way to kick it off than with a delicious treat filled with pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice?

    These pecan pie bliss balls will be your new go-to recipe when you’re craving the real deal but can’t whip up a freshly baked pie. The recipe is no-bake, ready within 10 minutes, and contains just six ingredients + spices. Also, they are utterly tasty. I bet you can’t have just one!

    pecan pie bliss balls with rolled oats, pecans, cinnamon, and hemp seeds

    Are bliss balls healthy?

    Yes! Bliss balls, also known as energy balls, contain a combination of dates and nuts. Both of these ingredients are loaded with vitamins and minerals. Check out the healthy ingredients in these pecan pie bliss balls below. Bliss balls are versatile, too. You can include virtually any type of nut and seed in the recipe. This allows you to make variations based off of the ingredients in your pantry, or the specific nutrients you want to consume.

    The reason I love this particular recipe is because it’s a bite-sized, healthier alternative to traditional pecan pie. Check out a few of the healthy ingredients:

    • Oats: Oats are packed with fiber and several nutrients, including manganese, phosphorus, copper, and B vitamins.
    • Pecans: Pecans contain potent antioxidants and are rich in minerals.
    • Hemp seeds: Hemp seeds are protein-packed, packed with fiber, and contain a healthy omega-3 to omega-6 ratio.
    • Medjool dates: Medjool dates are a natural sweetener and contain antioxidants and fiber.
    • Cinnamon: Cinnamon has ant-inflammatory properties, may lower blood sugar levels, and is filled with antioxidants.
    energy balls on a white distressed cutting board with cinnamon sticks

    How to make pecan pie bliss balls

    For the full recipe, scroll down to view the recipe card below.

    Bliss balls are one of the easiest recipes to make. Essentially, you add ingredients into a food processor, allow the food processor to form dough, and then roll the dough into balls. Boom. Done!

    1. Combine oats, pecans, medjool dates, almonds, hemp seeds, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt in a food processor.
    2. Process the ingredients until a sticky dough is formed.
    3. Use clean hands to roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
    4. Store bliss balls in the refrigerator to firm and maintain freshness.
    medjool dates, almonds, pecans, rolled oats, and hemp seeds inside a food processor
    no-bake dough inside a food processor
     a hand holding a no-bake pecan pie bliss ball
    a bite taken out of a pecan pie bliss ball
    no-bake pecan balls on a white distressed cutting board with small bowls of cinnamon, oats, pecans, and hemp seeds

    Kaylie’s tips:

    • Use fresh, soft medjool dates. The recipe works best with soft and gooey medjool dates. However, if your dates are super dry, no worries! Simply add the dates to hot water and soak them for 5 minutes. After, drain the water and pat the dates completely dry. Then, continue on with the recipe.
    • Create sticky dough. If you are struggling to create a sticky dough in the food processor, add 1-2 tablespoon of water and process again. This will increase the moisture and help the dough stick together.
    • Store in an airtight container. Place these pecan pie bliss balls in the pantry to maintain a soft texture. Alternatively, place in the refrigerator or freezer.
    • Decorate the bliss balls. If you’d like, you can roll each ball into hemp seeds, shredded coconut, or cacao powder. Another great option is to drizzle melted chocolate on top of them. Yum!
    bliss balls on a white distressed cutting board alongside oats, pecans, and hemp seeds

    If you love these pecan energy balls, you may also enjoy:

    • No-Bake Pecan Pie Bars
    • Coconut Almond Bliss Balls
    • Peanut Butter Energy Balls
    • Chocolate Gingerbread Truffles
    • Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Balls
    • Oatmeal Cookie Dough Balls
    • Chocolate Coconut Energy balls

    If you try this Pecan Pie Bliss Balls, please let me know your thoughts by leaving a rating and comment below! Ready for more? Subscribe to my newsletter or follow along on Instagram and YouTube!

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    Pecan Pie Bliss Balls

    • Author: purelykaylie
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 15 balls 1x
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Blend
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    These pecan pie bliss balls are an easy and healthy recipe for fall! They are vegan, gluten-free, and loaded with nutrients. Each bite-sized ball is filled with pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. Yum! 


    Ingredients

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    • 1 cup raw pecans
    • 1 cup rolled oats
    • ¼ cup raw almonds
    • ¼ cup hemp seeds
    • 8 large medjool dates, fresh and soft
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup
    • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • ⅛ tsp allspice
    • ⅛ tsp nutmeg

    Instructions

    1. Combine all ingredients into a food-processor.
    2. Process ingredients until a sticky dough is formed.*
    3. Use clean hands to roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
    4. Store the bliss balls in the refrigerator to firm and maintain freshness. 

    Notes

    *After processing the ingredients together, the dough should be sticky and pinch-able. You should be able to easily roll the dough into balls. However, if your dough is not sticking together, add 1-2 tablespoon water and process the ingredients again. This will add moisture and allow the dough to further combine. 


    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 ball
    • Calories: 141
    • Sugar: 9.5g
    • Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 0.8g
    • Carbohydrates: 16g
    • Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 3g

    Keywords: pecan pie bliss balls, date energy balls, no-bake pecan pie, fall dessert

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