Grandma’s Rum Balls
Grandma’s Rum Balls are rich, chocolatey, and infused with the warm flavor of rum. These no-bake treats are perfect for the holidays, gifting, or as a sweet, nostalgic indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: About 24 rum balls 1x
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Treats
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (250 g) finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies (about 50 wafers)
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1/4 cup (20 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (120 g) finely chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) dark or spiced rum
- 3 tbsp (45 ml) light corn syrup or honey
Instructions
1. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped nuts. Mix until well blended.
2. Add the Wet Ingredients:
- Stir in the rum and corn syrup (or honey). Mix until the mixture comes together into a sticky dough.
3. Shape the Balls:
- Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
4. Coat the Rum Balls:
- Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat. For a festive touch, you can also roll them in sprinkles or finely chopped nuts.
5. Let Them Set:
- Place the rum balls on a parchment-lined tray and let them sit at room temperature for 1-2 hours to firm up.
6. Serve or Store:
- Store the rum balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. The flavor intensifies over time!
Notes
- For non-alcoholic rum balls, replace the rum with rum extract (about 1 tsp) and add 2-3 tbsp of orange juice or water to achieve the right consistency.
- If the dough is too dry, add a splash of rum or water; if too wet, mix in more crushed wafers.
- These can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
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