No holiday cookie plate is complete without a few rum balls.
These tender, pecan-filled treats are for adults only.
Made with dark rum and bourbon, they pack a powerful punch!
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The variety of honey you use will alter the flavor of the rum balls slightly.
You want them to be very finely ground for the smoothest texture.
Roll the formed balls in an extra layer of granulated sugar or vanilla wafer crumbs for a prettier presentation.
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you could serve the rum balls on a cookie plate or by themselves on a platter.
Forgift giving, package them in small boxes with paper candy liners.
Today, these truffle-like confections are popular throughout the world, and made in a variety of flavors.
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They’re particularly popular for the holiday season.
Do Rum Balls Contain Alcohol?
Yes, these rum balls contain two types of alcohol: bourbon and rum.
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To make these rum balls:
What Else Can I Use to Coat Rum Balls?
How Long Do Rum Balls Last?
If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator at least two hours before serving.
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Ingredients
1(12-oz.)
package vanilla wafers
1(16-oz.)
Process until crumbs are fine.
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Transfer to a large bowl.
Chop pecans:
Place pecans in processor bowl; process until finely chopped.
Stir into vanilla wafer crumbs.
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Add honey and liquors:
Stir in honey, bourbon, and rum.
Shape rum balls:
Shape into 1-inch balls.
Roll in sugar or additional vanilla wafer crumbs.
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Place in an airtight container, and store in refrigerator up to one month.
Frequently Asked Questions
These rum balls can be made with any key in of alcohol you prefer.
Just verify to pair the flavor of the cookie with the other additions.
The flavor will deepen as the flavors meld.
