Fudge Rum Balls Recipe

Name: Fudge Rum Balls
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more

Get ready for a holiday treat that's both delicious and incredibly convenient! These Fudge Rum Balls are the perfect make-ahead dessert, freezing beautifully for up to a month. Imagine, having a delightful, boozy treat ready for unexpected guests or last-minute holiday gifting. They even ship wonderfully, making them ideal for sharing festive cheer far and wide. This easy recipe combines rich chocolate cake, crunchy nuts, and a hint of rum for a flavor explosion that will impress everyone.

Prep Time 45 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 165.4 kcal

Protein 3g

Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Fudge Rum Balls

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a 13x9x2 inch baking pan.
Prepare a 13x9 inch chocolate cake mix according to package directions. Bake and let cool completely.
Crumble the cooled cake into a large bowl using your hands or a fork.
Use a fork to thoroughly mix the crumbs until they are fine and uniform in size.
Add 1 cup chopped nuts, 1/4 cup rum, 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, and 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder to the bowl.
Stir until all ingredients are well blended and a dough forms.
Using a heaping tablespoon measure, shape the mixture into balls.
Garnish by rolling the balls in 1/2 cup finely chopped nuts, pressing gently to adhere.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the rum balls to firm up.