Easy Rum Balls Recipe
Shaziya
These Easy Rum Balls are the perfect blend of rich, indulgent flavors and effortless preparation. Ready in just 25 minutes of prep time, they’re ideal for last-minute gatherings or a sweet afternoon pick-me-up.
Prep Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 2 minutes mins
- 1 cup ground vanilla wafers 3 oz/85 g
- 1 ½ cups toasted, chopped pecans 7 ½ oz/213 g, divided
- 1 cup powdered sugar 4 oz/115 g
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons rum
In a large bowl combine the vanilla cookie crumbs, 1 cup (5oz/142g) pecans, powdered sugar, cocoa, maple syrup, and rum.
Mix until a sticky dough forms.
At this point chill the cookie mixture for about 2 hours.
Using a tablespoon measure, scoop a level tablespoon of the mix then roll into a ball. Repeat the process until all of the balls are rolled.
Once all of the balls have been rolled, coat each one in the remaining ½ cup (2 ½ oz/71 g) pecans.
Cover and store in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
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