Rock Star Worthy Rum Balls
Get ready to dazzle your taste buds with our decadent "Rock Star Worthy Rum Balls"—an irresistible no-bake treat that's as easy to make as it is to devour. Bursting with rich flavors, these bite-sized delights combine crushed vanilla wafers, dark rum, and finely chopped pecans for a perfectly boozy, nutty kick, enhanced with hints of cocoa and a touch of sweetness from light corn syrup. Rolled in your choice of sprinkles, cocoa powder, or a dusting of powdered sugar, these indulgent treats bring texture and visual appeal to your dessert table. With just 20 minutes of prep and no cooking required, these rum balls are perfect for last-minute gatherings, holiday parties, or as an elegant homemade gift. Serve them chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy their bold flavor that only gets better with time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup dark rum
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup sprinkles, cocoa powder, or powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, powdered sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder. Mix well until evenly combined.
2. Add the dark rum and light corn syrup to the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture begins to come together.
3. Fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
4. Using clean hands, scoop out about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture.
5. Pour the sprinkles, cocoa powder, or powdered sugar (for coating) into a shallow dish. Roll each rum ball in your chosen coating until they are fully covered.
6. Place the coated rum balls on a parchment-lined tray. Once all the rum balls are formed and coated, transfer the tray to the refrigerator.
7. Chill the rum balls for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the balls to firm up.
8. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 191.0 g | 245% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.0 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1507 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 629.3 g | 229% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 437.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 962 mg | 20% | |
*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.
