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Servings: 27 balls
Calories: 154kcal
Ingredients
- 5 cups Nilla Wafers finely crushed
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup walnuts finely chopped
- ½ cup spiced rum
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line a 9x13 baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Make sure your cookie crumbs and finely chopped walnuts don’t have any big chunks. You want them to be similar to dry sand so they mix into your ingredients seamlessly. I pulse mine in a food processor to achieve this.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed Nilla wafers, salt, and finely chopped walnuts.5 cups Nilla Wafers, 1 cup walnuts, ½ teaspoon salt
- Sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into the walnut mixture. Stir the walnut and Nilla wafers mixture until thoroughly combined.1 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the corn syrup and rum. Mix until the syrup is dissolved.2 tablespoons light corn syrup, ½ cup spiced rum
- Pour over the Nilla wafer mixture and mixture until it starts to get a thick consistency.
- Grab your rubber gloves and, without too much smashing, finish combining the mixture. It will be like cookie dough.
- Using a 1-inch cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared pan.
- Choose your toppings and place them in small bowls. Once you’re ready to coat them, re-roll the balls right before rolling them in the toppings of your choice.
- Place back on the pan and enjoy!
Notes
- Perfect Texture: Make sure your Nilla Wafers and walnuts are finely processed. This helps the mixture come together smoothly.
- Sticky Situation: If the dough is too sticky to handle, pop it in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before rolling into balls.
- Flavor Boost: Try different types of rum or add a dash of vanilla extract for a unique twist on the classic flavor.
- Consistency Issues: If your mixture is too dry, add about ½ tablespoon of rum at a time until it reaches the right consistency. If it’s too soft, add more crushed cookies, ¼ cup at a time.
- Nuts and Sweeteners: You can substitute pecans for walnuts and honey for corn syrup. Dark corn syrup works too.
- Flat Bottoms: As the Rum Balls sit, the bottoms will flatten a bit, which actually helps keep them from rolling around when served.
- For Adults Only: Since these are not baked, the alcohol content isn’t reduced, making them a treat for those of legal drinking age in your area.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in a cold, dry room for up to 5 days. While you can refrigerate them, the coatings might get a bit gooey from the moisture. These treats are best enjoyed the same day they’re made.
- No Freezing: These Rum Balls don’t freeze well, so it’s best to enjoy them fresh.
Nutrition
Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 0.2mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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