I created these chocolate-dipped delights a few years ago, and already they've become a seasonal favorite with all my friends and family members. The creamy confection also won a blue ribbon at our state fair.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and maple flavoring until light and fluffy. Gradually add confectioners' sugar and mix well. Stir in pecans. Shape into 1-in. balls. Cover and refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours or until firm. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and shortening; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate mixture; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper until set. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 22mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
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Msafdar Msafdar
[email protected]These maple nut balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. I love that they can be made ahead of time and stored in the freezer.
Aarif Ullah
[email protected]Yum! These maple nut balls are the perfect sweet treat. They are so easy to make and they are always a hit.
Korben Dallas
[email protected]These maple nut balls are so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love that they are made with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Min Lee
[email protected]I've been making these maple nut balls for years and they are always a favorite. They are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, and they are always a hit at parties.
Nati Abebaw
[email protected]These maple nut balls were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them. I will definitely be making them again.