Best 3 Holiday Rum Balls Recipes

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Holiday rum balls are a delectable treat that are perfect for any festive gathering. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking, making them a great option for both experienced and novice bakers. With their rich chocolatey flavor, boozy rum kick, and festive sprinkles, these rum balls are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOLIDAY RUM BALLS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 25m

Yield approximately 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups fine vanilla wafer cookie crumbs
1 1/2 cups confectioner's sugar, divided
1/2 cup walnuts, toasted and chopped fine
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon dark rum
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine wafer crumbs, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, walnuts, rum, corn syrup, butter and knead together. Roll into 1 inch balls and then into remaining confectioners' sugar. Arrange rum balls on a baking sheet, cover well with plastic wrap and let sit for 48 hours.

HOLIDAY RUM BALLS



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I use this recipe for special occasions with my wonderful family and friends. The treats are so easy to make and pack a festive rum punch. - Diane Duschanek, Council Bluffs, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, finely crushed
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup rum
Additional confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and cocoa until blended. Add crushed wafers and walnuts; toss to combine. In another bowl, mix corn syrup and rum; stir into wafer mixture., Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional confectioners' sugar. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 43mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HOLIDAY RUM BALLS



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A proper rum ball should be a fire hazard. I hope you give these a try on your holiday dessert table!

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Time 40m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces stale chocolate brownies, crumbled
ΒΌ cup dark rum
3 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
1 ounce dark chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon cocoa powder, for dusting

Steps:

  • Place crumbled brownies in a bowl. Pour rum over brownies, let soak for 1 minute; stir until mixture forms a paste-like consistency.
  • Using a 1-inch sorbet scoop or melon baller, scoop out balls of chocolate-rum mixture and transfer each to the plate lined with plastic wrap. Place the plate with chocolate balls in freezer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until firm enough to roll. Remove from freezer, roll each into a smooth ball; return plate to freezer.
  • Melt 3 ounces chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Remove from heat. Add remaining 1 ounce chocolate; stir until chocolate is melted and combined.
  • Remove chocolate balls from freezer; place one ball in melted chocolate and gently move around with a fork to coat completely. Transfer to baking sheet lined with a silicone baking mat. Repeat for remaining chocolate balls.
  • Dust chocolate rum balls with cocoa powder and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 86.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.6 g, Cholesterol 8.3 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 40.5 mg

Tips:

  • To make the rum balls extra smooth, use a food processor or blender to grind the cookies into fine crumbs.
  • If the rum balls are too dry, add a little more cream or milk until they reach the desired consistency.
  • For a boozy kick, add an extra tablespoon of rum to the mixture.
  • To make the rum balls even more festive, decorate them with sprinkles, chopped nuts, or grated chocolate.
  • Rum balls can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Holiday rum balls are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of rum balls that will be sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a festive and delicious dessert, give holiday rum balls a try.

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