Christmas Rum Balls(Or Bourbon Balls)

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 4

Christmas Rum Balls (Or Bourbon Balls) perfect for the holiday season

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

2h 20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 1/2 cups vanilla wafers , crushed ( a 250g box of Christies vanilla wafers equals 2 1/2 cups )
	2 tablespoons cocoa
	1 1/4 cups icing sugar
	1/2 cup spiced rum ( the rum is called Spiced Rum ) or 1/2 cup Bourbon
	2 tablespoons white corn syrup ( one brand is Karo )
	1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts , broken

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

140

Sugar

14g

Fat

Christmas Rum Balls (Or Bourbon Balls) are perfect for the holiday season. They are a classic dessert that many families make for Christmas and other winter holidays. The combination of crunchy vanilla wafers and the rich flavor of spiced rum or bourbon make them an irresistible treat. These Christmas Rum Balls are also very easy to make and can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. Whether you are looking for something to bring to a holiday party or a sweet snack after dinner, Christmas Rum Balls are the perfect choice.

Instructions

1.	Crush the vanilla wafers using a food processor or by placing them in a plastic bag and using a rolling pin to crush them.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, cocoa, icing sugar, and chopped pecans or walnuts.
3.	Stir in the spiced rum or bourbon and corn syrup until well mixed.
4.	Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in size. You can use a cookie scoop to make them all the same size.
5.	Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow to chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours before serving.

PROS

These small bites are perfect for a sweet treat after dinner or as a holiday party snack.
The combination of sweet vanilla wafers, cocoa, pecans, and spiced rum or bourbon creates a unique and delicious flavor.
They are also very easy and quick to make, perfect for those last-minute holiday gatherings.

CONS

As with most sweets, these Christmas Rum Balls are high in sugar and calories, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.
Additionally, the bourbon or spiced rum used in this recipe contains alcohol, so they are not suitable for children or pregnant women.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these Christmas Rum Balls are not particularly healthy, nuts like pecans and walnuts are high in healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Spiced rum is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. However, it’s worth noting that the amount of these ingredients in this recipe is not sufficient enough to provide significant health benefits.