Divine Rum Balls
Indulge in the irresistible decadence of *Divine Rum Balls*—a no-bake treat that’s perfect for holidays, gatherings, or anytime you crave a sweet pick-me-up. These bite-sized delights combine finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, rich cocoa powder, and crunchy chopped pecans or walnuts for a flavor-packed base. Spiced dark rum and a touch of honey infuse a luscious, boozy warmth into every bite, making these truffle-like treats distinctively luxurious. Rolled in your choice of sprinkles, shredded coconut, or powdered sugar, they look as delightful as they taste. With just 25 minutes of prep and no cooking required, these crowd-pleasers are perfect for a stress-free dessert or edible gift. Best of all, their flavor deepens over time, making them even more divine the next day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup Pecans or walnuts (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup Spiced dark rum
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 cup Sprinkles, shredded coconut, or powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Place the vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely ground. If you don’t have a food processor, put the cookies in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin until they’re fine crumbs.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground cookie crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped nuts. Mix with a spatula until well incorporated.
In a small bowl, whisk together the spiced dark rum and honey until smooth.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly with a spatula or your hands until the mixture resembles a thick, sticky dough.
Using your hands, pinch off small portions of the dough and roll them into 1-inch balls. You should get approximately 24 rum balls, depending on the exact size.
Pour your choice of sprinkles, shredded coconut, or powdered sugar onto a plate or shallow dish. Roll the rum balls in the coating of your choice until evenly covered.
Place the coated rum balls on a tray lined with parchment paper. Let them rest at room temperature for 1 hour to firm up, or refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes if you prefer them chilled.
Store the rum balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. They taste even better after a day as the flavors meld together!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3189 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.3 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 934 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 469.6 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 322.6 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 836 mg | 18% | |
*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.
