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Bourbon Balls
Bourbon Balls - a delicious and easy no-bake treat combining rich chocolate, toasted pecans, and the smooth warmth of bourbon. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a special treat!
Prep Time
20 mins
Additional Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings: 24
Calories: 89 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla wafers finely crushed. about 25 regular sized – 90grams
- 1 cup pecans finely chopped. 100 grams
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder for rolling
Instructions
Get Prepped
- Crush the vanilla wafers and chop the pecans finely. Measure out the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, bourbon, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Separate 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder for rolling.
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Toast the Pecans
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chopped pecans for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are fragrant and lightly browned. Allow them to cool.
Mix the Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, toasted pecans, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Stir in the bourbon, corn syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is well combined and forms a dough.
Shape the Balls
- Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls.
Roll the Balls
- In a small bowl, mix together the additional 1/2 cup powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
- Roll each ball in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder mixture to coat.
Chill
- Place the bourbon balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the balls to firm up.
Serve
- Serve the bourbon balls chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
- Cooking Tips • Use quality bourbon. The flavor of the bourbon is prominent, so choose one you enjoy drinking. • Make ahead. Bourbon balls taste even better after sitting for a day or two, allowing the flavors to meld. • Store properly. Keep bourbon balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain their texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
89kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
13g
(4%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
4g
(6%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.01g
Cholesterol
0.05mg
(0%)
Sodium
20mg
(1%)
Potassium
34mg
(1%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
2IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
0.05mg
(0%)
Calcium
4mg
(0%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 24Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 89
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 89kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 34mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.05mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.