Best 7 Rum Cookie Balls Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Rum Cookie Balls, a timeless classic that captivates taste buds with its harmonious blend of flavors and textures. These bite-sized treats are meticulously crafted with a combination of simple ingredients, transforming into a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving more. Embark on a voyage of taste as we unveil two irresistible variations of this classic recipe: the Traditional Rum Cookie Balls, embodying the essence of simplicity and nostalgia, and the Chocolate-Dipped Rum Cookie Balls, a decadent twist that elevates the experience to new heights of indulgence. Prepare to be enchanted by the harmonious fusion of sweet, boozy, and nutty notes, perfectly balanced in every bite.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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.

HOLIDAY RUM BALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield approximately 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups fine vanilla wafer cookie crumbs
1 1/2 cups confectioner's sugar, divided
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped fine
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon dark rum
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine wafer crumbs, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, walnuts, rum, corn syrup, butter and knead together. Roll into 1 inch balls and then into remaining confectioners' sugar. Arrange rum balls on a baking sheet, cover well with plastic wrap and let sit for 48 hours.

HOLIDAY RUM BALLS



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I use this recipe for special occasions with my wonderful family and friends. The treats are so easy to make and pack a festive rum punch. - Diane Duschanek, Council Bluffs, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, finely crushed
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup rum
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and cocoa until blended. Add crushed wafers and walnuts; toss to combine. In another bowl, mix corn syrup and rum; stir into wafer mixture., Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional confectioners' sugar. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RUM BALLS



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These rum-infused brownie balls are perfectly-sized treats for adults.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Brownie Recipes

Yield Makes 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
3 large eggs
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons dark rum
Coarse sanding sugar, for rolling
Vegetable oil, cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 12-by-17-inch rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray; set aside. Melt butter and chocolate in a small heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
  • Whisk together eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in chocolate mixture, then fold in flour. Pour batter into prepared baking sheet. Spread evenly with a rubber spatula. Bake until top is shiny and a cake tester inserted into center comes out with some crumbs attached, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Break up brownie into small pieces; transfer to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. With machine on low speed, pour in rum, and mix until crumbs start to come together to form a ball.
  • Shape into 1-inch balls, and roll in sanding sugar to coat. Transfer to a baking sheet; refrigerate, uncovered, until cold, about 2 hours. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

HOLIDAY RUM COOKIE BALLS



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Make and share this Holiday Rum Cookie Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bahama-Mama

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups crushed vanilla wafers
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa
2 tablespoons white Karo
1 cup ground pecans
1/2 cup rum or 1/2 cup Bourbon

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together. Form into small balls, roll in extra powdered sugar. Place in metal container lined with wax paper to 'season' (ferment) for several days.
  • Serve during holiday season!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.2, Fat 19.9, SaturatedFat 1.7, Sodium 7.7, Carbohydrate 43.6, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 33.4, Protein 3

BOURBON (RUM) BALLS (NO BAKE COOKIES)



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These I make my request of my sis Lydia. Her favorite! I've also use walnuts. The food processor make this so very easy!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 12-24 balls

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons light Karo syrup
2 1/3 tablespoons cocoa
3 cups vanilla wafers, crushed
1 cup pecans, chopped fine
1/2 cup Bourbon (or rum)
powdered sugar, for coating the cookies

Steps:

  • Place wafers and pecans in food processor and pulse till crumbly.
  • Add remaining ingredients and pulse till smooth.
  • Shape into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Roll in powdered sugar and chill.
  • This mixture is sticky, so keep finger and palms of hands dusted with sugar while shaping cookies.
  • It helps if hands and kitchen is cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.7, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 3.5, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 11.5, Protein 1

RUM BALLS



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I wanted a good rum ball with a lot of kick, so I sat down and came up with this recipe. I didn't realize how good these were until one year I didn't make them for work. I just about got lynched! Needless to say, I've made them every year since (about 20 years). These are best if you use Meyers Original Dark Rum® chilled, and Nabisco® 'Nilla wafer cookies. They are at their peak if you make them 2 days in advance. Remove from fridge 30 minutes before serving.

Provided by Matt Story

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) box vanilla wafer cookies (such as Nilla®)
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
¼ cup light corn syrup
¾ cup dark rum (such as Meyer's®)
1 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting

Steps:

  • Place vanilla cookies in a food processor and process into fine crumbs.
  • Heat chocolate chips and corn syrup together in a saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring often, until chocolate is melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in rum and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in cookie crumbs; dough will be sticky.
  • Place saucepan in the refrigerator until dough is firm and easy to roll, about 15 minutes. Cover 2 plates with waxed paper; dust with confectioners' sugar.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared plates. Dust rum balls with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove rum balls from refrigerator and transfer to a resealable bag, including the extra confectioners' sugar. Seal the bag and shake to coat the rum balls completely with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 46.4 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use a good quality rum. A dark rum will give the cookies a richer flavor, while a light rum will give them a more delicate flavor.
  • Be sure to chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before shaping. This will help the cookies hold their shape better.
  • If the cookie dough is too sticky to handle, add a little more flour. If the cookie dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
  • You can use any kind of sprinkles you like to decorate the cookies. I used red and green sprinkles for a Christmas theme.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

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

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