Chocolate Whiskey Balls
Indulge in the decadent and boozy allure of Chocolate Whiskey Balls, a no-bake treat that's as sophisticated as it is simple to prepare. This recipe blends rich semi-sweet chocolate with smooth whiskey and a touch of heavy cream for a luscious, ganache-like base. Crumbled vanilla wafers, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder are combined to create the perfect texture, with optional chopped nuts adding a delightful crunch. Crafted in just 25 minutes of prep time, these bite-sized delights are chilled to perfection and can be customized with coatings of powdered sugar, cocoa powder, or even finely chopped nuts. Perfect for holiday platters, parties, or a gourmet gift, these Chocolate Whiskey Balls are a crowd-pleasing dessert with a refined twist. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, their unbeatable combination of chocolate richness and whiskey warmth is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups Heavy cream
- 0.25 cups Whiskey
- 2 cups Vanilla wafer crumbs
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cups Cocoa powder
- 0.5 cups Chopped nuts (optional, such as pecans or walnuts)
Instructions
In a heat-proof bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and heavy cream together. Use the microwave in short 20-second intervals, stirring well between each, until smooth. Alternatively, use a double boiler over simmering water.
Let the melted chocolate mixture cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the whiskey and mix until fully incorporated.
In a large bowl, combine the vanilla wafer crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped nuts (if using).
Pour the chocolate and whiskey mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is uniform and sticky.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to roll into balls.
Once chilled, scoop out small portions of the mixture, roughly 1 tablespoon each, and roll them into smooth balls between your palms.
Optionally, roll the balls in additional powdered sugar, cocoa powder, or finely chopped nuts for a decorative coating.
Store the Chocolate Whiskey Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for longer storage. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.7 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.1 g | 356% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 705 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 425.5 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.4 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 285.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 715 mg | 15% | |
*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.
