Indulge in the decadent elegance of Creamy Rum Balls, a no-bake dessert bursting with rich flavors and smooth textures. This easy-to-make treat combines finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, unsweetened cocoa, and the nutty crunch of pecans or walnuts, all brought together with a luscious blend of dark rum, heavy cream, and light corn syrup. Perfectly rolled into bite-sized spheres, these boozy delights can be coated in sprinkles or shredded coconut for a festive finish. With just 25 minutes of prep time, these indulgent little treasures are ideal for holiday gatherings, gift boxes, or whenever you crave a sophisticated sweet fix. Serve them chilled or at room temperature, and watch them disappear in no time!
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Place the vanilla wafer cookies into a food processor and pulse until they form fine crumbs. Alternatively, place them into a resealable bag and crush with a rolling pin.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped nuts.
In a small bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, rum, and heavy cream until fully combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until a soft and sticky dough forms. If the dough feels too dry, add a splash more heavy cream or rum as needed.
Using clean hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
Roll each ball in sprinkles or shredded coconut if desired for decoration.
Place the rum balls onto a lined baking sheet or tray and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Calories |
154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 7.1 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 49 mg | 1% | |
*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.