Chocolate Walnut Kahlua Balls No Bake
Indulge in the decadence of these no-bake Chocolate Walnut Kahlua Balls—an irresistibly easy treat that's perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you’re craving a sweet bite with a touch of sophistication. Made with crushed vanilla wafer cookies, finely chopped walnuts, and a rich blend of powdered sugar and unsweetened cocoa, these bite-sized delights are elevated by the addition of Kahlua coffee liqueur and a hint of honey for the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Ready in just 20 minutes with no oven required, these truffle-like balls can be enjoyed as-is or coated in luscious melted dark chocolate for an extra layer of indulgence. Serve them chilled for a luxurious dessert or gift them as homemade goodies—they’re guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup Walnuts
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.33 cup Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 150 grams Dark chocolate, melted (optional for coating)
Instructions
Place the vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor and pulse until they are finely crushed into crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a large mixing bowl.
Add the walnuts to the same food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Alternatively, you can chop them manually with a knife if you don't have a food processor. Add the walnuts to the mixing bowl with the cookie crumbs.
Into the mixing bowl, sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder to ensure there are no lumps. Stir until evenly combined.
In a separate small bowl, combine the Kahlua and honey. Stir to combine, then pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl.
Mix well using a spatula or clean hands until the mixture holds together and is easily moldable. If it seems too dry to form balls, add a small splash of Kahlua (1 teaspoon at a time) until the desired consistency is achieved.
Using your hands, scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat until all the mixture is used, placing the finished balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate.
If coating with chocolate, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a simmering pot of water or in the microwave in 30-second intervals. Dip each ball into the melted chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off before placing it back on the parchment-lined tray.
Refrigerate the tray for at least 1 hour or until the balls are set and firm.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.0 g | 197% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.6 g | 253% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 56.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 765 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 448.4 g | 163% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.0 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 312.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 1668 mg | 36% | |
*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.
