Emeril's Rum Balls
Indulge in the rich, boozy decadence of Emeril's Rum Balls, a no-bake holiday treat that's as easy to prepare as it is irresistible. Featuring the perfect balance of finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, bold dark rum, and a touch of cocoa, these bite-sized confections are coated in a delicate dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet finish. Chopped pecans or walnuts add a delightful crunch, while the use of light corn syrup ensures a perfectly moist texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, these festive treats require no cooking and develop their best flavor after sitting for 24 hours, making them an ideal make-ahead dessert or giftable treat. Perfect for holiday parties or year-round celebrations, Emeril’s Rum Balls are sure to become a favorite when it comes to quick, crowd-pleasing desserts.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups (finely crushed) Vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup (finely chopped) Pecans or walnuts
- 0.25 cup Dark rum
- 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cup (for rolling) Powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, 1 cup powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and finely chopped pecans or walnuts. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
Step 2
In a separate small bowl, mix the dark rum and light corn syrup until well combined.
Step 3
Pour the rum mixture into the dry ingredients. Using a spatula or your hands, mix thoroughly until the ingredients come together to form a cohesive dough.
Step 4
Using your hands, scoop out a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat until all the dough is used.
Step 5
Place the remaining 1/2 cup of powdered sugar in a shallow dish. Roll each rum ball in the powdered sugar to coat it completely.
Step 6
Store the rum balls in an airtight container. For the best flavor, let them sit for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (641.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2822.5 |
| Total Fat 116.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 875.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 410.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 275.4g | |
| Protein 19.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 162.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 766.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories