Chocolate Bourbon Balls
Indulge in the decadent allure of Chocolate Bourbon Balls, a no-bake dessert that's equal parts rich, boozy, and irresistibly sweet. Made with finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, crunchy pecans, and a dusting of confectioners’ sugar and cocoa, these bite-sized treats are elevated with a splash of smooth bourbon and a hint of light corn syrup for a perfectly chewy texture. Rolled in granulated sugar for a sparkling finish, these easy-to-make bourbon balls require just 20 minutes of prep time and no oven, making them an ideal choice for holiday parties, edible gifts, or anytime you're craving a grown-up dessert. Let them chill for 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld into bold, boozy perfection. With their blend of chocolate, nuttiness, and bourbon warmth, these no-bake confections are sure to impress at any gathering!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (crushed) Vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup (finely chopped) Pecans
- 1 cup Confectioners' sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.33 cup Bourbon
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cup (for rolling) Granulated sugar
Directions
Step 1
1. Place the vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Alternatively, crush them by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and using a rolling pin.
Step 2
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed wafer cookies, chopped pecans, confectioners' sugar, and cocoa powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Step 3
3. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the bourbon and corn syrup until fully combined.
Step 4
4. Slowly pour the bourbon mixture into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or clean hands, mix until the mixture comes together into a dough-like consistency.
Step 5
5. Using your hands, shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Place each ball on a wax or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 6
6. Pour the granulated sugar onto a plate. Roll each bourbon ball in the sugar until fully coated.
Step 7
7. Once all the balls are rolled in sugar, transfer them to an airtight container. For best flavor, refrigerate the bourbon balls for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. They can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (681.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2907.2 |
| Total Fat 105.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 22.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 21.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 873.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 447.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 323.5g | |
| Protein 15.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 138.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 547.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories