Best 9 Cherry Bourbon Balls Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing fusion of sweet and boozy flavors with our exploration of the best cherry bourbon ball recipes. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of dried cherries, rich bourbon, and a variety of nuts, coated in a decadent chocolate shell. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or a unique twist, our curated selection offers a range of options to satisfy your cravings.

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CHERRY BOURBON BALLS



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This recipe can also use rum instead of bourbon and also you can use chocolate wafers instead of vanilla wafers. Be sure to age these for at least a few days in a tin before serving.

Provided by MYRAMANI

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     No-Bake Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup bourbon
¼ cup corn syrup
3 cups crushed vanilla wafers
1 ½ cups ground walnuts
24 candied cherries, halved
½ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In the microwave oven or over a double boiler, melt chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the bourbon and corn syrup.
  • In a medium bowl, toss together the crushed vanilla wafers and ground walnuts. Pour the chocolate mixture over the crumbs in the bowl and blend well using your hands. Shape into 1 inch balls and press a cherry half into the center of each one. Roll each cookie in confectioners' sugar to coat.
  • Store in an airtight tin for at least a week before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 37.9 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

AMAZING BOURBON BALLS WITH CHERRIES



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I make these every year for my family. They are always gobbled up very quickly, so I make multiple batches. You can find the glazed cherries next to the fruitcake fruit. You can make them without nuts, too. Just increase the amount of cherries.

Provided by Blue Toile

Categories     Candy

Time 5h

Yield 3 dozen, 24-36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup fine chopped walnuts
1/2 cup fine chopped red glazed cherries
1/2 cup Bourbon
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 lb confectioners' sugar
16 ounces semisweet chocolate
1 teaspoon paraffin wax
additional confectioners' sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Soak walnuts and cherries in bourbon for 4-5 hours. (The longer you soak them, the more they absorb the alcohol.) Drain well.
  • Soften butter. Mix butter with confectioners sugar and add to nuts and cherries. (You might need to add more sugar if the mixture is to wet.) Roll into balls (about half the size you wish your final bourbon ball to be). Refridgerate at least 30 minutes until set.
  • Melt chocolate and wax in double broiler. Drop balls into chocolate and put on wax paper. Let set until chocolate hardens. (I always put them in the fridge to speed up the process.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 231.7, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 8.7, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 32.1, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 18.7, Protein 2.9

CHOCOLATE CHERRY BOURBON BALLS



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This is kind of a cross between a cookie and a candy. My mom used to make these every year during the holidays when I was a kid, although times were different back then, and since this is no-bake, the alcohol doesn't have a chance to cook off. Yeah, don't give these to the kids! Servings are based on two of these per person... Good luck stopping at two!

Provided by CHRISSYG

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 18 balls, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 ounces chocolate chips
3 tablespoons corn syrup
1/2 cup Bourbon
8 1/2 ounces chocolate wafers, crushed
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 cup finely chopped nuts
1/4 cup finely chopped candied cherry
granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate in top of double boiler or on low in the microwave.
  • Remove from heat, add corn syrup and bourbon.
  • In large bowl mix wafer crumbs, nuts, confectioners sugar and cherries.
  • Add chocolate mixture.
  • Stir until blended.
  • Refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Roll into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377.5, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 289.4, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 27.1, Protein 5.2

BOURBON BALLS



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The sweet kick of bourbon in these confections will transport you straight to Kentucky. We dipped the pieces in a bittersweet chocolate coating and topped them off with crunchy pecan. The result is a Derby-worthy treat you can make and enjoy all year round.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 25 bourbon balls

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 1/2 cups vanilla wafer cookies (about 8 ounces), such as Nilla Wafers
1 1/4 cups pecan halves
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch kosher salt
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
25 pecan halves

Steps:

  • For the bourbon balls: Pulse the vanilla wafer cookies and pecan halves in a food processor until the mixture turns to fine crumbs. Add the cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, bourbon, corn syrup, vanilla and salt, then pulse until the mixture is thoroughly combined and holds together when squeezed.
  • Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls (each about 1 tablespoon; about 25 total) on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each ball between the palms of your hands so they're smooth and compact. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill and firm up slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • For the coating: Meanwhile, put the chocolate and oil in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring halfway through, until completely melted and smooth, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Working one a time, use 2 forks to gently lower each bourbon ball into the chocolate mixture, turning to make sure the entire ball is coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off, then return to the baking sheet. Top with a pecan half. Return to the refrigerator until the chocolate is just set, about 5 minutes.

MEATBALLS IN CHERRY SAUCE



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A ruby-red cherry glaze made with pie filling gives homemade meatballs festive color for a Christmas get-together. Everyone will love the zesty, sweet-tart flavors, too.-Rita Chabot-Schultz, Ballwin, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 small onion, chopped
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 pound ground pork
SAUCE:
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
1/3 cup sherry or chicken broth
1/3 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup steak sauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Add beef and pork; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-in. balls. Place on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake 11-13 minutes or until cooked through. Drain on paper towels., In a large saucepan, combine sauce ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Add meatballs; heat through, stirring gently.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DARK CHOCOLATE BOURBON BALLS



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Remember the days at Grandma and Grandpa's house when you made these wonderfully traditional treats? We love these Kentucky Derby bourbon balls—the blended taste of bourbon and pecans is irresistible! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/4 cups finely chopped pecans, divided
1/4 cup bourbon
1/2 cup butter, softened
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, melted

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup pecans and bourbon; let stand, covered, for 8 hours or overnight., Cream butter and confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, until crumbly; stir in pecan mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 45 minutes. Shape into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., Dip in chocolate coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup pecans. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

DERBY-STYLE BOURBON BALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: crushed walnuts, bourbon whiskey, graham crackers, brown sugar, butter, vanilla extract, mini chocolate chips, melted chocolate, coconut oil

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Desserts

Yield 30 balls

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup crushed walnuts, plus more for topping
¼ cup bourbon whiskey
12 graham crackers
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup butter, melted
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup mini chocolate chips
1 cup melted chocolate
1 tablespoon coconut oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the crushed walnuts and bourbon. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit overnight.
  • Place the graham crackers in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin until the crackers have broken down into crumbs.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, and vanilla until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the crushed graham crackers, soaked walnuts, and chocolate chips and stir to combine.
  • Freeze for 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture is firm enough to roll.
  • Roll the mixture into small balls, then freeze for another 20 minutes.
  • Add the coconut oil to the melted chocolate and stir to combine.
  • Coat the balls in the melted chocolate, then sprinkle the tops with crushed walnuts.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 9 grams

CHERRY BOURBON BALLS



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This recipe can also use rum instead of bourbon and also you can use chocolate wafers instead of vanilla wafers. Be sure to age these for at least a few days in a tin before serving.

Provided by MYRAMANI

Categories     No-Bake Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup bourbon
¼ cup corn syrup
3 cups crushed vanilla wafers
1 ½ cups ground walnuts
24 candied cherries, halved
½ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In the microwave oven or over a double boiler, melt chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the bourbon and corn syrup.
  • In a medium bowl, toss together the crushed vanilla wafers and ground walnuts. Pour the chocolate mixture over the crumbs in the bowl and blend well using your hands. Shape into 1 inch balls and press a cherry half into the center of each one. Roll each cookie in confectioners' sugar to coat.
  • Store in an airtight tin for at least a week before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 37.9 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

FUDGY BOURBON BALLS



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This twist on a classic rum ball recipe substitutes chocolate cookies for the usual vanilla wafers, and features bourbon rather than rum. The flavors will mellow and integrate after sitting for a few days, so the cookies will be all the better if you can plan ahead and let them ripen for three or four days. They'll keep for up to two weeks stored at room temperature.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     cookies and bars, dessert

Time 8h15m

Yield 4 dozen balls

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 cups/280 grams chocolate cookie crumbs (such as Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers or chocolate graham crackers)
1 1/4 cups/125 grams pecans, whole, halved or pieces
1/2 cup/120 milliliters good bourbon
1 cup/120 grams confectioners' sugar, plus more for rolling
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the cookie crumbs and pecans until the nuts are finely ground. (The crumbs keep the nuts from turning into nut butter.)
  • In a separate bowl, stir together the bourbon, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder and honey. Add the mixture to food processor and pulse until just combined. Let the dough rest overnight, uncovered and at room temperature. This allows the mixture to dry out a little.
  • Roll the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter, then toss the balls in confectioners' sugar. Store them in an airtight container if you want them moist, or uncovered if you like them to develop a crunchy sugar crust on the outside. Sprinkle with more confectioners' sugar just before serving.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe cherries for the best flavor. Frozen cherries can also be used, but they should be thawed and drained before using.
  • If you don't have bourbon, you can substitute another type of whiskey or rum.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the balls tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking. This will help the balls hold their shape.
  • Bake the balls until they are just set, as overbaking will make them dry.
  • Allow the balls to cool completely before coating them in powdered sugar.

Conclusion:

Cherry bourbon balls are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them sweet, tart, or somewhere in between, these balls are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give cherry bourbon balls a try!

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