Description
No-Bake Pecan Pie Bites are a healthy, bite-sized twist on the classic pecan pie made with dates, pecans, warm spices, and a rich chocolate coating. Naturally sweetened and free from gluten, dairy, and refined sugar, these vegan-friendly bites are quick to make, freezer-friendly, and perfect for snacking, entertaining, or gifting during the holidays.
Ingredients
1 cup pecans (plus extra for topping)
1 cup pitted dates, soaked
2 tablespoons coconut sugar or monk fruit
Pinch of sea salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1 ¼ cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a food processor, combine pecans, soaked dates, coconut sugar (or monk fruit), sea salt, vanilla, and cinnamon. Process until a sticky dough forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Roll mixture into small balls and flatten slightly with your palm. Place on a lined cookie sheet.
- Freeze for 15 minutes to firm up.
- Melt chocolate chips until smooth. Dip each pecan bite into melted chocolate, coating fully.
- Place a whole pecan on top of each bite. Return to the lined tray.
- Freeze again until chocolate is hardened. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Soak the dates before blending to make them easier to process.
- Use Medjool dates for the best flavor and texture.
- For a sugar-free version, use monk fruit sweetener and sugar-free chocolate.
- Add nutmeg, allspice, or pumpkin spice for a festive holiday twist.
- Store in the fridge or freezer for easy make-ahead snacking.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
