Chocolate Orange Rum Balls
Indulge in the rich, citrusy decadence of Chocolate Orange Rum Balls, a no-bake treat that's as luxurious as it is simple to prepare. Featuring a harmonious blend of crushed digestive biscuits, dark chocolate, orange marmalade, and a splash of dark rum, these bite-sized confections are a delightful combo of zesty and boozy flavors. Enhanced with a touch of orange zest and coated in your choice of chocolate sprinkles or cocoa powder, these truffle-like delights are perfect for gifting, party platters, or satisfying your sweet tooth. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe requires no oven time and offers a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will impress any dessert lover. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, these zesty rum-infused chocolate balls are sure to be a hit!
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Ingredients
- 250 g crushed plain digestive biscuits (or graham crackers)
- 30 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 100 g diced dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 3 tbsp orange marmalade
- 100 g powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 60 ml dark rum
- 50 ml heavy cream
- 50 g chocolate sprinkles or cocoa powder for coating
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Directions
Step 1
Place the digestive biscuits (or graham crackers) into a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Transfer the crumbs to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, powdered sugar, orange zest, and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Mix until evenly combined.
Step 3
In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the diced dark chocolate with the heavy cream. Stir until smooth and glossy, then allow it to cool slightly.
Step 4
Add the melted chocolate, orange marmalade, and dark rum to the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir well until the mixture forms a sticky, cohesive dough-like texture.
Step 5
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, take about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture to create roughly 20 balls.
Step 6
Place the chocolate sprinkles or additional cocoa powder into a shallow dish. Roll each rum ball in the coating of your choice until fully covered.
Step 7
Arrange the coated rum balls on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Step 8
Serve chilled and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (715.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2953.3 |
| Total Fat 118.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 62.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1480.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 424.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 31.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 232.2g | |
| Protein 31.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 269.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1643.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories