Best 7 Bourbon Or Rum Balls Recipes

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Indulge your sweet cravings with our delectable Bourbon or Rum Balls, a classic confection that combines the rich flavors of bourbon or rum with the velvety texture of chocolate and the delightful crunch of nuts. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a holiday party, celebrating a special event, or simply looking for a sweet treat to satisfy your sweet tooth. With three variations to choose from, our Bourbon or Rum Balls offer a range of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. From the classic combination of chocolate and bourbon to the nutty crunch of the pecan rum balls, and the rich decadence of the chocolate-covered rum balls, these delightful treats are sure to leave a lasting impression. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to confectionery bliss. Get ready to create memories with every bite of these irresistible Bourbon or Rum Balls.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

KENTUCKY BOURBON BALLS



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Try this smooth, delicious, and authentic Kentucky bourbon ball candy.

Provided by KY Piano Teacher

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Truffle Recipes

Time 16h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup chopped nuts
5 tablespoons Kentucky bourbon
½ cup butter, softened
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
18 ounces semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Place the nuts in a sealable jar. Pour the bourbon over the nuts. Seal and allow to soak overnight.
  • Mix the butter and sugar; fold in the soaked nuts. Form into 3/4" balls and refrigerate overnight.
  • Line a tray with waxed paper. Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just-barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Roll the balls in the melted chocolate to coat; arrange on the prepared tray. Store in refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 27.6 mg, Sugar 28.9 g

RUM BALLS



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Rum flavor comes through nicely in these traditional, no-bake rum balls. I like to make a few dozen at a time and give them to my neighbors for Christmas-Audrey Larson, Bloomington, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 75 wafers)
1 cup ground pecans
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1/4 cup rum
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons water
Additional confectioners' sugar or crushed vanilla wafers

Steps:

  • Mix together wafer crumbs, pecans, confectioners' sugar and cocoa. Combine rum, honey and water; stir into crumb mixture. Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional confectioners' sugar or wafer crumbs. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BOURBON (OR RUM) BALLS



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Southern Christmas treat! As hard as it may be to not eat them immediately, the balls get better after they sit for a day or two.

Provided by Malriah

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

12 ounces vanilla wafers, finely crushed
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 1/2 cups pecans, finely chopped
1/4 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1/2 cup Bourbon (or rum)
1/2 cup granulated sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, stir together vanilla wafers, confectioners sugar, pecans, corn syrup, cocoa and bourbon (rum) until thoroughly combined.
  • Shape into 1 inch balls.
  • Pour granulated sugar in a pie plate then roll balls in the sugar.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
  • DOES NOT FREEZE WELL!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 837.4, Fat 37.1, SaturatedFat 5.6, Sodium 219.7, Carbohydrate 111.1, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 49.4, Protein 6.3

CHRISTMAS RUM BALLS(OR BOURBON BALLS)



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These balls are so quick and easy to make. They make a nice addition to the baked goodies that you give as gifts. Make these about a week before you want to serve them as they mellow and the sharp strong alcohol taste blends in more with the other ingredients. Store in a tin with a tight lid. This year I couldn't find the Vanilla wafers so I used chocolate and I like them even more. To form the balls I use two teaspoons as the dough is quite moist. I store them in the freezer - they don't go hard and they are so good ice cold

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 cups vanilla wafers, crushed (a 250g box of Christies vanilla wafers equals 2 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 1/4 cups icing sugar
1/2 cup spiced rum (the rum is called Spiced Rum) or 1/2 cup Bourbon
2 tablespoons white corn syrup (one brand is Karo)
1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts, broken

Steps:

  • Sift the cocoa with 1 cup sugar.
  • Stir in the spiced rum mixed with the syrup.
  • Add crushed vanilla wafers and nuts.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Shape mixture into walnut sizes balls and dredge with remaining sugar or leave them plain.
  • Store in a tin.

BOURBON BALLS



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Bourbon Balls offer up a powerful punch while packaged in a small bite. These no-bake treats are a favored gift and a perfect nibble for parties.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 53m

Yield Makes about 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (11-oz.) package vanilla wafers, finely crushed
1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
¾ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
½ cup bourbon
2 ½ tablespoons light corn syrup
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl until well blended.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together bourbon and corn syrup until well blended. Stir bourbon mixture into the wafer mixture. Shape into 1-inch balls; roll in powdered sugar. Place finished bourbon balls in a lidded container, cover, and chill at least 30 minutes. Store chilled in a container up to 2 weeks.

BOURBON BALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen, about 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup pecans
8 ounces vanilla wafers, enough to make 2 cups
1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa, divided
1 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup bourbon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Spread the pecans on a cookie sheet, and place in the oven for 3 minutes. For even toasting, turn the tray, front to back. Toss the nuts with a metal spatula and bake for another 3 minutes. You'll know they're done when they give off their fragrant aroma, and be sure to check them so they don't become overbaked or charred.
  • In a food processor, chop the vanilla wafers into crumbs. Add the pecans and process just until they are finely chopped. In a medium bowl, mix together the crumb-pecan mixture, 1/4 cup of the cocoa, and 1/4 cup of the confectioners' sugar. Add the corn syrup and bourbon. Mix thoroughly. Sift the remaining 1/4 cup cocoa and 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar onto a large plate. Form the crumb mixture into 3/4-inch balls and roll them through the cocoa-sugar to coat. Store in a sealed container for up to 5 days. If necessary, touch them up with a light dusting of the remaining confectioners' sugar.

FUDGY BOURBON BALLS



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This twist on a classic rum ball recipe substitutes chocolate cookies for the usual vanilla wafers, and features bourbon rather than rum. The flavors will mellow and integrate after sitting for a few days, so the cookies will be all the better if you can plan ahead and let them ripen for three or four days. They'll keep for up to two weeks stored at room temperature.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 8h15m

Yield 4 dozen balls

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 cups/280 grams chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers or chocolate graham crackers)
1 1/4 cups/125 grams pecans, whole, halved or pieces
1/2 cup/120 milliliters good bourbon
1 cup/120 grams confectioners' sugar, plus more for rolling
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the cookie crumbs and pecans until the nuts are finely ground. (The crumbs keep the nuts from turning into nut butter.)
  • In a separate bowl, stir together the bourbon, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder and honey. Add the mixture to food processor and pulse until just combined. Let the dough rest overnight, uncovered and at room temperature. This allows the mixture to dry out a little.
  • Roll the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter, then toss the balls in confectioners' sugar. Store them in an airtight container if you want them moist, or uncovered if you like them to develop a crunchy sugar crust on the outside. Sprinkle with more confectioners' sugar just before serving.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the balls will taste. Opt for a good quality bourbon or rum, and use real butter and cream cheese.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the balls tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it. This will make it easier to handle and will help prevent the balls from sticking to your hands.
  • Roll the balls in your favorite coating. You can use chopped nuts, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or sprinkles.
  • Store the balls in the refrigerator or freezer. Bourbon balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Conclusion:

Bourbon balls and rum balls are delicious and festive treats that are perfect for any occasion. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these recipes a try.

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