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Five Rum Balls on a white plate

Rum Balls Recipe | Classic Rum Balls

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Chill The Dough: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 Balls
Calories: 119kcal
Author: AshleyThompson
Calories: 119kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Vanilla Wafer Cookies
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/3 cup Dark Rum
  • 1/4 cup Corn Syrup
  • 1/2 cup Pecans finely chopped
  • 1 cup Coconut Flakes for rolling

Instructions

  • Prepare the Dry Ingredients. In a large bowl, combine finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and chopped nuts. Stir until well blended.
  • Add the Wet Ingredients. Pour in the dark rum and corn syrup. Mix until the ingredients come together to form a thick, sticky dough.
  • Shape the Balls. Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form the mixture into 1-inch balls.
  • Roll in Coating. Roll each ball in your preferred coating—powdered sugar, sprinkles, or shredded coconut. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
  • Chill. Refrigerate the Rum Balls for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.