Chocolate Bourbon Balls
Indulge in the decadent allure of Chocolate Bourbon Balls, a no-bake dessert that's equal parts rich, boozy, and irresistibly sweet. Made with finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, crunchy pecans, and a dusting of confectioners’ sugar and cocoa, these bite-sized treats are elevated with a splash of smooth bourbon and a hint of light corn syrup for a perfectly chewy texture. Rolled in granulated sugar for a sparkling finish, these easy-to-make bourbon balls require just 20 minutes of prep time and no oven, making them an ideal choice for holiday parties, edible gifts, or anytime you're craving a grown-up dessert. Let them chill for 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld into bold, boozy perfection. With their blend of chocolate, nuttiness, and bourbon warmth, these no-bake confections are sure to impress at any gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (crushed) Vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup (finely chopped) Pecans
- 1 cup Confectioners' sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.33 cup Bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cup (for rolling) Granulated sugar
Instructions
1. Place the vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, crush them by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and using a rolling pin.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed wafer cookies, chopped pecans, confectioners' sugar, and cocoa powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
3. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the bourbon and corn syrup until fully combined.
4. Slowly pour the bourbon mixture into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or clean hands, mix until the mixture comes together into a dough-like consistency.
5. Using your hands, shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Place each ball on a wax or parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Pour the granulated sugar onto a plate. Roll each bourbon ball in the sugar until fully coated.
7. Once all the balls are rolled in sugar, transfer them to an airtight container. For best flavor, refrigerate the bourbon balls for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. They can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2907 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.3 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.8 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 873 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 447.0 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.3 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 323.5 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 547 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
