Cherry Rum Balls
Cherry Rum Balls are a delicious candy with a rich, fruity and slightly boozy flavor profile, making them perfect for parties or as a sweet snack.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours + 30 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours
- Yield: 36 candies 1x
- Category: Candy
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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1 cup crushed vanilla wafers
1 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for rolling
1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, plus more for rolling (optional)
1/2 cup dark rum*
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup maraschino cherries, finely chopped and drained
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers, powdered sugar, chopped nuts, and cocoa powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together rum, corn syrup and melted butter.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped maraschino cherries.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
- Remove the mixture from the refrigerator. Roll into 1 inch balls.
- Roll each ball in confectioners’ sugar or cocoa powder.
- Place the coated rum balls on a parchment-lined cookie sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
* Dark rum is used for a strong rum flavor. Light rum may be used for a subtle rum flavor.
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Find it online: https://simplygreatrecipes.com/cherry-rum-balls/