Condensed Milk Pecan Balls! 🤎🍬
Soft, chewy, nutty, and impossibly delicious — these Condensed Milk Pecan Balls are the kind of nostalgic holiday treat that disappear the moment they hit the dessert table. ✨ No baking. No thermometer. No stress. Just pure homemade candy happiness that comes together in minutes. ⏱️🤤
Whether you’re prepping for Christmas trays 🎄, potlucks 🥳, bake sales 💸, or gifting goodies to friends 🎁… THIS is the treat everyone asks for!
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✅ No-bake — 20 minutes and done!
- ✅ Only 5 ingredients you already have
- ✅ Rich + creamy + nutty in every bite
- ✅ Perfect for gifting & holidays 🎁
- ✅ Always the first treat gone at parties!
🥥 Ingredients You’ll Need
Simple pantry staples — but the flavor tastes gourmet ✨
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 🥛
- Pecans, finely chopped 🤎
- Sweetened shredded coconut 🥥
- Vanilla extract ✨
- Powdered sugar for rolling ❄️
You can even dip them in MELTED CHOCOLATE 🍫 for a candy-shop finish!
👩🍳 How to Make Condensed Milk Pecan Balls
Step-by-Step Instructions 🥣
- Mix condensed milk, pecans, coconut, and vanilla in a large bowl.
- Cover and chill 20–30 minutes — this makes rolling easier!
- Roll into bite-size pieces using your hands.
- Dust in powdered sugar OR dip in chocolate.
- Refrigerate 15 minutes to firm up.
That’s it. Seriously. You just made adorable homemade candies like a pro! 👏😋
📌 Tips & Variations
- Toast your pecans first for MEGA flavor 🔥
- Swap pecans for walnuts, almonds, or peanuts 🥜
- Roll in SPRINKLES for birthdays 🎉
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for warmth
- Dip half in dark chocolate for a tuxedo effect 🤵🍫
🎄 Perfect for Holidays!
These candies are a Christmas staple — the creamy sweetness paired with pecans feels like a cozy holiday hug. Add to cookie trays, wrap in mini liners, package in a gift box… everyone LOVES them. ❤️🎁
🧊 Make-Ahead + Storage
- Refrigerator: up to 2 weeks sealed ✅
- Freezer: up to 3 months ❄️✅
- Room Temp (party table): 2–3 hours 👍
TIP: Let them warm slightly before eating for maximum creaminess 🤤
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Pair these with:
- Hot chocolate or coffee ☕
- A holiday charcuterie dessert board 🍫🧁
- Eggnog or spiced cider 🎄
📖 Printable Recipe
Condensed Milk Pecan Balls 🤎🍬
Yield: 24 balls | Prep: 20 min | No Bake
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 cups finely chopped pecans
- 2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine condensed milk, pecans, coconut, and vanilla in a bowl.
- Chill mixture 20–30 minutes.
- Roll into small balls.
- Coat in powdered sugar.
- Chill again before serving.
💬 Final Thoughts
These Condensed Milk Pecan Balls are the easiest candy you’ll ever make — and one of the most delicious. A totally fuss-free recipe that delivers BIG holiday joy. 🤎✨ If family traditions had a flavor… it would taste like these!
Save this recipe and make it every holiday — your crowd will demand it! 😍🎄
📌 Pin & Share! ❤️
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