Cocoa Rum Balls

Cocoa Rum Balls

These chocolate rum balls are an impressive dessert for the holidays. They are wonderful for parties and make perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Yield:
4 dozen
Servings:
24

Ingredients

  • 1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed
  • 1 ½ cups chopped nuts
  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar
  • ¼ cup cocoa
  • ½ cup light rum
  • 3 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 1/8 cup confectioners' sugar, or more as needed

Directions

Step 1
Gather all ingredients.

Step 2
Combine vanilla wafer, nuts, 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, and cocoa in a large bowl.

Step 3
Mix in rum and corn syrup until well combined.

Step 4
Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in confectioners' sugar to coat.

Step 5
Store rum balls in an airtight container for 2 to 3 days to develop flavor. Roll them again in confectioners' sugar before serving.

Tips

A 1/2 cup of orange juice plus 1 teaspoon of freshly grated orange peel can be substituted for the rum.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

158
Calories
8g
Fat
19g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 158
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Sodium46mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate19g 7%
Dietary Fiber2g 5%
Total Sugars5g
Protein2g
Calcium15mg 1%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium80mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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