Best 2 Chocolate Walnut Rum Balls Recipes

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Chocolate walnut rum balls are a delightful confection that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, walnuts, and rum. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you're looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with friends or a festive dessert to serve at a holiday party. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily create these delicious rum balls that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE-WALNUT RUM BALLS



Chocolate-Walnut Rum Balls image

These dense, moist treat are irresistible. Wrapped in a pretty box, they make a great gift, too.

Categories     Candy     Chocolate     Dessert     Christmas     Walnut     Winter     Edible Gift     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 45

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips (about 6 ounces)
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1/2 cup dark rum
2 1/2 cups finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies (about 10 ounces)
1 cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Stir chocolate in top of double boiler set over simmering water until melted and smooth. Remove from over water. Whisk in 1/2 cup sugar and corn syrup, then the rum. Mix vanilla wafers and walnuts in medium bowl to blend; add chocolate mixture and stir to blend well.
  • Place remaining 1/2 cup sugar in shallow bowl. For each rum ball, roll 1 scant tablespoon chocolate mixture into generous 1-inch ball. Roll balls in sugar to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate at leas overnight and up to 5 days.

CHOCOLATE WALNUT RUM BALLS



Chocolate Walnut Rum Balls image

These treats are dense and moist. Wrapped in a pretty box they make a great gift!

Provided by Amanda Denton

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Walnut Dessert Recipes

Yield 45

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
½ cup dark rum
2 ½ cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Remove from the heat and whisk in 1/2 cup of sugar and the corn syrup, then the rum. In a separate bowl, stir together the vanilla wafer crumbs and walnuts. Add the chocolate mixture to the nut mixture and stir until well blended.
  • Place the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll the dough into 1 inch balls and roll the balls in the sugar to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate at least overnight for best flavor. These can be refrigerated up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.3 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 31.9 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Tips:

  • To make the rum balls easier to roll, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before shaping.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add more powdered sugar or cocoa powder until it is firm enough to handle.
  • To make the rum balls even more decadent, use dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate instead of milk chocolate.
  • For a boozy kick, add an extra splash of rum to the dough.
  • The rum balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Chocolate walnut rum balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover chocolate and nuts. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these delicious rum balls that are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give chocolate walnut rum balls a try. You won't be disappointed!

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