Description
These No Bake Chocolate Rum Balls are an indulgent, easy-to-make treat that combines crushed vanilla wafers, ground pecans, and rich cocoa with a splash of dark rum and honey. Rolled into bite-sized balls and coated with powdered sugar or sprinkles, these delightful confections are perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet, boozy dessert without turning on the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers
- 1 cup pecans, ground
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
- 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons baking cocoa
- ¼ cup dark rum
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons water
Coating
- Additional powdered sugar and sprinkles for rolling
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, ground pecans, confectioners sugar, and baking cocoa until evenly mixed.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the dark rum, honey, and water to create a smooth liquid mixture.
- Combine Mixtures: Stir the rum mixture into the dry crumb mixture thoroughly until the ingredients come together into a sticky dough.
- Form Balls: Using your hands, roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch diameter balls, ensuring they are compact and hold together well.
- Coat the Balls: Roll each ball in additional powdered sugar or sprinkles to coat the outside, adding an attractive finish and extra sweetness.
- Chill to Set: Place the coated rum balls on a tray and chill them in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing them to firm up before serving.
Notes
- For finely crushed wafers and pecans, a food processor is best, but a rolling pin and a freezer bag can also be used effectively.
- Store the rum balls in an airtight container either in the refrigerator or at room temperature for up to one week; refrigeration is preferred for optimal freshness.
- Try rolling the balls in different coatings such as crushed vanilla wafers, more pecans, or various sprinkles for unique texture and flavors.
- You can substitute the 2 tablespoons of water with an additional 2 tablespoons of rum for a stronger rum flavor.
- If sprinkles do not adhere well, lightly dab the balls with water before rolling them in sprinkles.
- Maple syrup, corn syrup, or Karo syrup may be used instead of honey to adjust sweetness or flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rum ball
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
