Intense Dark Chocolate Rum Balls {Rum Truffles}
User Reviews
5
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Servings
30 -35
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Calories
150 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
European, North American
Intense Dark Chocolate Rum Balls {Rum Truffles}
Description
This recipe starts by melting bittersweet chocolate, butter, and some rum to create a smooth chocolate base. COOKIE crumbs made from digestive cookies, coconut, cocoa powder, and sugar are processed finely and then mixed with the chocolate and remaining rum to form a sticky, fudgy "dough." After kneading and cooling, the dough is shaped into small balls and can be rolled in coatings like desiccated coconut or chocolate sprinkles.
The combination of cookie crumbs and chocolate creates a dense, chewy texture, while the bittersweet chocolate and rum add depth and warmth. The truffles have a moist but firm consistency that holds shape well. Optional chocolate coating and drizzle add a glossy finish and enhance presentation.
These truffles can be enjoyed as a dessert or decadent snack and are versatile for holiday gift-giving or party treats. Variations like peppermint or bourbon-flavored versions can be made using similar methods.
Ingredients
Rum Truffles
- 14.2 oz COOKIE I prefer using Digestive cookies but vanilla wafers or even graham crackers will work too, 400g
- 1/3 cup desiccated coconut unsweetened
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder Dutch processed will work too, natural
- 2 tbsp butter or coconut oil, melted
- 6 oz bittersweet chocolate chips or chopped from a block - Vegan for DF version, 170g
- 3/4 cup plus 1 tbsp rum
- 1-2 tbsp white sugar
To Coat
- 1 lb chocolate optional, 450g, melted and tempered
- chocolate plus extra if needed
- desiccated coconut
- chocolate sprinkles
- white chocolate melted, to drizzle
Instructions
- Melt the bittersweet chocolate and butter and 1/4 cup rum in a heatproof bowl in the microwave (in 30 sec bursts) till nice and smooth. Let it cool slightly.
- In a food processor, process the cookies, coconut and cocoa powder and sugar till it's completely crushed and is in fine crumbs
- Add the melted chocolate and butter mix, to the cookie base while running the food processor until it's mixed through. Scrape the sides in between to ensure that it mixes evenly.
- Add the remaining rum and mix it through until you get a slightly sticky ball of "dough".
- Place the truffle "dough" in a bowl and knead for a few seconds until completely mixed through, and smooth.
- Let the dough rest and cool down. It should become less sticky and less soft but still fudgy.
- Make 1 - 1 1/2 inch balls from the dough and place them on a parchment paper.
- You can roll these in coconut or chocolate sprinkles and serve them just like that if you prefer.
- If you're coating the rum ball truffles in chocolate - you can melt candy coating wafers or temper the chocolate according to the following directions.
- Pour half of the chocolate on a cool marble slate or kitchen counter top and roll each of the rum balls in the melted chocolate OR dip the truffles in the melted chocolate.
- Shake off the excess gently and place them back on the parchment paper.
- Before the chocolate coating sets - sprinkle some nuts, coconut or sprinkles. Or drizzle some white chocolate once it sets.
- Serve at room temperature or cold. Enjoy!
- You can store these in the fridge for at least a week in an airtight container.
Notes
- These rum balls pair well with flavor variations such as peppermint, bourbon, or champagne infusions for variety.
- Using digestive cookies gives a classic texture, but vanilla wafers or graham crackers are acceptable substitutes.
- Melt and temper chocolate carefully if coating the truffles for a smooth finish and sheen.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 30-35
Amount Per Serving
Calories 150 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1ball | |
| Calories | 150kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 67mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 60mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 23IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.01mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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