No Bake Rum Raisin Balls
Indulge in the rich, boozy decadence of No Bake Rum Raisin Balls—a quick and easy treat perfect for the holiday season or anytime you crave a sophisticated dessert. This no-bake recipe combines sweet, rum-soaked raisins with finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, cocoa powder, warm cinnamon, and crunchy pecans, creating a delightful bite bursting with texture and flavor. A touch of honey binds the mixture together, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a classic finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and no oven required, these rum raisin balls are effortless to prepare and can be made ahead for parties or gifting. Let the raisins soak overnight for maximum flavor, and enjoy a dessert that’s as simple as it is unforgettable.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raisins
- 0.25 cup Dark rum
- 2 cups Vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Additional powdered sugar (for rolling)
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine the raisins and dark rum. Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes, allowing the raisins to absorb the flavor of the rum. For best results, cover the bowl and let it sit overnight.
Step 2
Using a food processor, crush the vanilla wafer cookies into fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Add the powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans to the bowl with the cookie crumbs. Stir to combine.
Step 4
Add the soaked raisins and any remaining rum from the bowl to the dry mixture. Stir to evenly distribute the raisins.
Step 5
Pour in the honey and mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together when pressed. If the mixture is too dry, add a small additional splash of rum or honey for moisture.
Step 6
Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 7
Pour the additional powdered sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll each rum raisin ball in the powdered sugar until thoroughly coated.
Step 8
Refrigerate the coated balls for 1-2 hours to firm up before serving.
Step 9
Store the rum raisin balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (827.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3387.6 |
| Total Fat 116.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 913.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 561.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 404.4g | |
| Protein 24.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 276.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1992.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories