Best 17 Rum Balls I Recipes

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As a classic holiday treat, rum balls, also known as rum truffles, have been a cherished dessert for generations. These bite-sized delights are a delectable fusion of rum, chocolate, and nuts, coated in cocoa or powdered sugar. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on a journey to find the best rum ball recipe can be an exciting and rewarding experience. This article will guide you through the nuances of rum ball making, offering tips and insights to help you craft the perfect rum balls that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

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

RUM BALLS



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These rum-infused brownie balls are perfectly-sized treats for adults.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Brownie Recipes

Yield Makes 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
6 ounces semisweet chocolate, finely chopped
3 large eggs
1/2 cup packed light-brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons dark rum
Coarse sanding sugar, for rolling
Vegetable oil, cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 12-by-17-inch rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray; set aside. Melt butter and chocolate in a small heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water, stirring occasionally. Set aside.
  • Whisk together eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a large bowl. Stir in chocolate mixture, then fold in flour. Pour batter into prepared baking sheet. Spread evenly with a rubber spatula. Bake until top is shiny and a cake tester inserted into center comes out with some crumbs attached, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Break up brownie into small pieces; transfer to the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. With machine on low speed, pour in rum, and mix until crumbs start to come together to form a ball.
  • Shape into 1-inch balls, and roll in sanding sugar to coat. Transfer to a baking sheet; refrigerate, uncovered, until cold, about 2 hours. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

RUM BALLS



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Chocolate rum balls! These easy no-bake treats are perfect for your next holiday party.

Provided by Irvin Lin

Categories     Dessert     Cookie

Time 1h15m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup (170 g or 6 ounces) dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup (57 g) plus 1/3 cup (40 g) powdered sugar, divided
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1/2 cup dark rum
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3 cups (310 g or 11 ounces) crushed Nilla wafers
1 cup (110 g) crushed walnuts
1/4 cup (30 g) cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 54 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 5 g, ServingSize 36 pieces, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

RUM OR BOURBON BALLS



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It isn't Christmas without these!!! They go fast!! Try using bourbon in place of the rum!

Provided by Elaine L. Smith

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Time P7DT12m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
½ cup white sugar
3 tablespoons corn syrup
½ cup rum
2 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers
1 cup chopped walnuts
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Place chocolate chips into a microwave-safe medium bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute, stir and then continue to heat at 20 second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Stir in sugar and corn syrup. Blend in rum. Add crushed vanilla wafers and chopped nuts. Mix until evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate until firm.
  • Roll the chilled chocolate mixture into bite-size balls. Roll balls in a mixture of ground nuts and confectioner's sugar, or just plain confectioner's sugar. Store in a covered container for a week before serving to blend the flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 58.4 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

COCOA RUM BALLS



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This delicious smooth confection is an impressive dessert for the holidays. These are wonderful for parties, and perfect for holiday gifts to your loved ones. A half cup of orange juice plus one teaspoon of freshly grated orange peel can be substituted for the rum in this recipe.

Provided by Leslie

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Time P2DT30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed
1 ½ cups chopped nuts
¾ cup confectioners' sugar
¼ cup cocoa
½ cup light rum
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
⅛ cup confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, chopped nuts, 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, and cocoa. Mix in rum and corn syrup. Shape dough into 1 inch balls; roll in confectioners' sugar.
  • Store rum balls in an airtight container for 2 to 3 days to develop flavor. Roll them again in confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.1 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 45.7 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

NO BAKE RUM BALLS



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A holiday favorite! Try using brandy in place of the rum.

Provided by Refugio L.

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons dark corn syrup
¼ cup rum

Steps:

  • In a medium sized bowl, mix together the vanilla wafers, cocoa and sugar. Stir in the chopped walnuts, corn syrup and rum. Mix until well blended.
  • Form dough into 2 inch balls and roll in confectioners' sugar. Store in covered tin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Fat 4.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 41 mg, Sugar 3.8 g

RUM BALLS



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Treat your near and dear ones these delicious sugar coated candies made with rum and nuts - a traditional holiday dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 60

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (9 oz) thin chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed (about 2 cups)
2 cups finely chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup light rum
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix crushed cookies, almonds and 2 cups powdered sugar. Stir in rum and corn syrup. Shape mixture into 1-inch balls.
  • In small bowl, place 1/2 cup powdered sugar. Roll balls in powdered sugar. Store in tightly covered container at least 5 days before serving to develop flavor but no longer than 4 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Candy, Sodium 25 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

RUM BALLS



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Rum flavor comes through nicely in these traditional, no-bake rum balls. I like to make a few dozen at a time and give them to my neighbors for Christmas-Audrey Larson, Bloomington, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 75 wafers)
1 cup ground pecans
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1/4 cup rum
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons water
Additional confectioners' sugar or crushed vanilla wafers

Steps:

  • Mix together wafer crumbs, pecans, confectioners' sugar and cocoa. Combine rum, honey and water; stir into crumb mixture. Shape into 1-in. balls. Roll in additional confectioners' sugar or wafer crumbs. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 26mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RUM BALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 44m

Yield 40 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups finely ground cake crumbs from a leftover cake
2 tablespoons cocoa powder, optional
1 cup powdered sugar, sifted, plus extra for rolling
1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
2 to 4 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup dark rum
4 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted, optional

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl fitted with the paddle attachment, or by hand, mix together the cake crumbs, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and nuts. Stir in the 2 tablespoons of honey and the rum. Using your hands, try to form the mixture into a ball. If the mixture won't hold together add a little more honey. Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls, then roll them in powdered sugar or melted chocolate, and let them set up. Then, let them age or ripen 24 hours.

RUM BALLS



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I wanted a good rum ball with a lot of kick, so I sat down and came up with this recipe. I didn't realize how good these were until one year I didn't make them for work. I just about got lynched! Needless to say, I've made them every year since (about 20 years). These are best if you use Meyers Original Dark Rum® chilled, and Nabisco® 'Nilla wafer cookies. They are at their peak if you make them 2 days in advance. Remove from fridge 30 minutes before serving.

Provided by Matt Story

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (12 ounce) box vanilla wafer cookies (such as Nilla®)
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
¼ cup light corn syrup
¾ cup dark rum (such as Meyer's®)
1 cup confectioners' sugar, plus more for dusting

Steps:

  • Place vanilla cookies in a food processor and process into fine crumbs.
  • Heat chocolate chips and corn syrup together in a saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring often, until chocolate is melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in rum and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Fold in cookie crumbs; dough will be sticky.
  • Place saucepan in the refrigerator until dough is firm and easy to roll, about 15 minutes. Cover 2 plates with waxed paper; dust with confectioners' sugar.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared plates. Dust rum balls with confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
  • Remove rum balls from refrigerator and transfer to a resealable bag, including the extra confectioners' sugar. Seal the bag and shake to coat the rum balls completely with confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 46.4 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

RUM BALLS



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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     dessert

Yield about 2 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup walnuts
2 cups crushed vanilla wafers
1 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for rolling
1 to 2 tablespoons golden rum

Steps:

  • In a food processor combine walnuts, vanilla wafers and 1 cup of the powdered sugar; pulse several times to mix well. Add rum, a little at a time, just until moistened and it forms a soft pliable dough. Turn out dough onto work surface lightly dusted with confectioners' sugar. Dust your hands lightly with confectioners' sugar, pull off walnut-sized pieces and roll them between your palms to form compact balls. Roll again in confectioner's sugar to coat.

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.

VANILLA RUM BALLS



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This no bake and gift cookie is from www.MightyCool.com and these are - TO DIE FOR! Try 'em, they're ADDICTIVE! Make ahead, and store in an airtight container(we don't want the tantalizing vapors to vanish!) for at least a week, to enjoy these BEST! Pls. note- Brandy or Bourbon can be substituted for Rum. Also, pls. note - the yield is a guess. Honestly, I feel it depends to a gigantic extent on your power to resist these:)

Provided by Charishma_Ramchanda

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 30 rum balls

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 cup confectioners' sugar (150g)
3 cups vanilla wafers, crushed (Crush vanilla biscuits and use if you dont get vanilla wafers, 300g)
4 tablespoons dark corn syrup or 4 tablespoons golden syrup
1/2 cup dark rum (more or less, depending on personal tastes)
extra cocoa or ground chocolate, to roll the rum balls in

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, sift together the cocoa and confectioners' sugar.
  • In a food processor or blender crush/crumble the vanilla wafers.
  • Add the crushed vanilla wafers to the sugar mixture and combine.
  • Add the remaining ingredients.
  • Form the mixture into 1 inch (2. 5 cm) balls with your hands.
  • The balls should hold together easily and retain their shape.
  • If the mixture is too dry to hold together or too wet to form balls, you can easily adjust the consistency by adding rum/sugar accordingly.
  • Sprinkle the extra cocoa or ground chocolate on a flat surface and roll the balls in to coat.
  • Have 'em on your cookie tray this year and watch 'em vanish before you know it!

BEST EVER RUM BALLS



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I've made rum balls for many years. Last year, I was given this recipe. I don't make them with cocoa any more.

Provided by Dustbunni

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 48 rum balls

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup dark rum
1/4 cup light corn syrup
3 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
1 1/2 cups pecans, finely chopped
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar, to coat

Steps:

  • Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler.
  • Stir until smooth and remove from heat.
  • Stir in corn syrup
  • Stir in rum.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients.
  • Drizzle the chocolate mixture over the crumb mixture.
  • Stir until everything is well combined.
  • Shape into 1 inch balls.
  • Roll in powdered sugar.
  • Store in an airtight container for at least five days before serving to develop flavor.

CHRISTMAS RUM BALLS(OR BOURBON BALLS)



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These balls are so quick and easy to make. They make a nice addition to the baked goodies that you give as gifts. Make these about a week before you want to serve them as they mellow and the sharp strong alcohol taste blends in more with the other ingredients. Store in a tin with a tight lid. This year I couldn't find the Vanilla wafers so I used chocolate and I like them even more. To form the balls I use two teaspoons as the dough is quite moist. I store them in the freezer - they don't go hard and they are so good ice cold

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 2 dozen, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 cups vanilla wafers, crushed (a 250g box of Christies vanilla wafers equals 2 1/2 cups)
2 tablespoons cocoa
1 1/4 cups icing sugar
1/2 cup spiced rum (the rum is called Spiced Rum) or 1/2 cup Bourbon
2 tablespoons white corn syrup (one brand is Karo)
1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts, broken

Steps:

  • Sift the cocoa with 1 cup sugar.
  • Stir in the spiced rum mixed with the syrup.
  • Add crushed vanilla wafers and nuts.
  • Mix thoroughly.
  • Shape mixture into walnut sizes balls and dredge with remaining sugar or leave them plain.
  • Store in a tin.

RUM BALLS



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This is from one of my favorite cookbooks, The Encyclopedia of Creative Cooking, edited by Charlotte Turgeon. When I was married, I made these for one of my ex's Oddfellow meetings. They went over quite well. Then I sent the recipe to a friend, who had his first batch...'appropriated.' The rum balls will keep several weeks in an airtight container, but I've never had them last that long. It's a simple and easy recipe to make, and goes well in both high-class and casual situations. Enjoy!

Provided by Sandaidh

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 36 balls

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs (chocolate cookie crumbs may be used if desired)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts, divided
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
4 tablespoons rum

Steps:

  • Combine cookie crumbs, sugar, 1 cup chopped walnuts, corn syrup, rum and cocoa.
  • Mix well.
  • Form into 1 inch balls.
  • Roll balls in reserved walnuts.
  • Set aside to air dry for about an hour.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.9, Fat 4.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 20.3, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 1

EASY RUM BALLS



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Rum balls are an easy no-bake treat!

Provided by Libbie Remmel

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Liqueur Dessert Recipes     Rum

Time 8h25m

Yield 90

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
5 cups powdered sugar
¼ cup rum
1 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Place chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually beat in powdered sugar and rum; mix until well combined. Beat in melted chocolate.
  • Roll mixture into small balls and roll in chopped nuts. Refrigerate until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 2.7 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 7.8 mg, Sugar 6.9 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the taste of your rum balls.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the rum balls tough.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it into balls. This will help the rum balls hold their shape.
  • Roll the rum balls in chopped nuts or sprinkles. This will give them a festive look and add extra flavor.
  • Store the rum balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will last for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Rum balls are a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of rum balls that will be enjoyed by everyone. So next time you're looking for a festive dessert, give rum balls a try.

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