Creme De Cacao Balls
Indulge your sweet tooth with these no-bake Creme de Cacao Balls, a decadent fusion of rich chocolate and boozy creme de cacao liqueur. Perfect for holiday gatherings or an elegant treat, this recipe combines crushed chocolate wafer cookies, powdered sugar, cocoa, and finely chopped pecans for a crunchy yet velvety texture. The dough comes together effortlessly with a touch of vanilla and a hint of light corn syrup to balance the flavors, while the creme de cacao adds a luxurious depth. Each bite-sized ball is rolled in cocoa powder or powdered sugar for a gorgeous finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, these easy, make-ahead chocolate truffles are your go-to dessert when you're short on time but looking to impress. Serve them chilled for the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams Crushed chocolate wafer cookies
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 120 grams Finely chopped pecans (or walnuts)
- 60 milliliters Creme de cacao liqueur
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 50 grams Additional cocoa powder or powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed chocolate wafer cookies, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped pecans. Mix until evenly combined.
In a smaller separate bowl, whisk together the creme de cacao liqueur, light corn syrup, and vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until the mixture comes together and forms a sticky dough. If the dough is too dry, add a teaspoon of creme de cacao at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
Scoop out approximately one tablespoon of the mixture at a time and roll it between your hands to form bite-sized balls.
Place the additional cocoa powder or powdered sugar in a shallow dish. Roll each ball in the coating until evenly covered.
Arrange the coated balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate. Refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2970 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.1 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 740 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 400.3 g | 146% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.6 g | 152% | |
| Total Sugars | 267.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.8 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1580 mg | 34% | |
*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.
