Grand Marnier Balls
Indulge in a sophisticated treat with these decadent Grand Marnier Balls, a no-bake dessert that combines the richness of cocoa, the crunch of chopped pecans or walnuts, and the zesty kick of Grand Marnier orange liqueur. Made with finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies and sweetened with a touch of powdered sugar and light corn syrup, these bite-sized confections are perfectly balanced in flavor and delightfully easy to prepare in just 20 minutes. Rolled in powdered sugar for a delicate finish, these elegant treats are ideal for holiday parties, gifting, or anytime you crave a boozy dessert with a citrusy twist. Serve them chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy a gourmet experience that’s both irresistible and fuss-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Vanilla wafer cookies
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 120 grams Chopped pecans or walnuts
- 60 milliliters Grand Marnier (orange liqueur)
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 50 grams Additional powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
In a food processor, finely crush the vanilla wafer cookies into crumbs. If you don’t have a food processor, place the cookies in a resealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin until fine.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped nuts. Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In a small bowl, stir together the Grand Marnier and light corn syrup until well combined.
Gradually pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring constantly until the mixture comes together and resembles a thick dough.
Using clean hands, roll about 1 tablespoon of the mixture into a smooth ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture to make approximately 24 balls.
Place the additional powdered sugar in a shallow dish or plate. Roll each ball in the powdered sugar to lightly coat the surface.
Transfer the Grand Marnier Balls to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.5 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 730 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 384.7 g | 140% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 268.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 776 mg | 17% | |
*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.
