Prep
15m
Cook
0m
Makes
12 balls
For this easy gluten-free and no-bake dessert recipe, with just five ingredients (and a pinch of salt), these chocolate pecan fudge balls are quick, easy, fun, and totally irresistible.
Ingredients (5)
1 cup pecans
1 cup dates
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Steps (4)
Blend Pecans: Place the pecans in a food processor and blend until they are finely ground. This will form the base of your fudge balls.
Add Ingredients: Add the dates, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to the food processor. Blend until the mixture becomes a sticky dough. The dates will provide natural sweetness and help bind the mixture together.
Form Balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into small balls. You can make them any size you prefer, but bite-sized is usually best.
Refrigerate: Place the balls on a plate or tray and refrigerate for about 10 minutes. This helps them firm up and makes them easier to handle.
Additional tips
- To make more, simply double the ingredients.
- Use Medjool dates for a softer texture.
- Roll balls in shredded coconut for extra flavor.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Yes, the recipe for Chocolate Pecan Fudge Balls is naturally gluten-free! None of the ingredients listed contain gluten. Here’s a quick recap: