Pecan Pie Balls
→ Break melting chocolate into pieces; place in a microwave-safe bowl.
→ Microwave on MEDIUM (50%) power in 30-second bursts, stirring between, until smooth (2–3 minutes total).
→ Dip each chilled ball into chocolate, using a fork to lift and tap off excess.
→ Place back on parchment; let excess drip off.
✅ Joye’s whisper: “Work in small batches—chocolate hardens fast!”
5. Set & Serve
→ Let truffles rest at room temperature 15 minutes until chocolate sets.
→ For glossy finish: Place in fridge 5 minutes before serving.
→ Joye’s ritual: Say “Ready?” before passing the tray.
Tips for Perfect Truffles (Joye-Approved!)
🔸 Chill thoroughly. Warm filling = melted chocolate chaos.
🔸 Use quality chocolate. Cheap chips contain oils that won’t set right.
🔸 Work fast. Keep extra truffle balls in the freezer while dipping.
🔸 Save the “dust”: Sprinkle leftover crumbs over vanilla ice cream.
🔸 Say “Ready?” before serving. It’s not superstition—it’s ritual. And rituals make food taste better.
Delicious Variations to Try
Twist
How-To
Why You’ll Love It
Bourbon Caramel
Replace rum extract with 1 tbsp bourbon + swirl 2 tbsp melted caramel into filling
Deep, complex, so Kentucky
Spiced Apple
Add ½ tsp cinnamon + 2 tbsp freeze-dried apple powder
Cozy, festive, so fall
Salted Honey
Swap maple syrup for honey + sprinkle flaky sea salt on chocolate
Elegant contrast—so Midwestern
Gluten-Free Joy
Use GF graham crackers (like Schär)
Safe, buttery, still deeply comforting
Serving Suggestions (Joye’s Favorites!)
☕ Classic pairing: Hot black coffee or spiced chai in Mason jars
🍦 Simple joy: With a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream
🎁 Gift idea: Pack in a vintage tin lined with red-and-white checkered paper, tie with twine + tag: “Pecan Love—From Joye’s Kitchen”
✨ Elegant finish: Arrange on a silver tray with edible gold dust for bridal showers
Storage & Make-Ahead Tips
