One bite will take you back to your favorite Thanksgiving pecan pie. Super simple and a sure way to quench your craving for something sweet.

Yield: Makes 12 balls 

Difficulty level: very easy

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups pecans
• 1 cup medjool dates (about 12), pitted and chopped (fresh is best)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• pinch of salt, optional

For rolling, optional:

• chopped pecans
• shredded coconut
• sunflower seeds
• crushed graham crackers
• cocoa

Instructions:

1. Place ingredients in bowl of a food processor and process until coarsely combined. It should hold together but have a chunky texture. If it is too dry to hold together, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time while blending.
2. Using a 1 tablespoon measuring spoon, scoop out rounded tablespoons and roll dough into 1-inch balls.
3. Roll in any one of the optional ingredients.
4. Keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 weeks or freeze.