Lu's Rum Or Bourbon Balls Recipe

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Lu's Rum or Bourbon Balls! These no-bake delights are incredibly easy to make and taste even better as they age, making them the perfect make-ahead treat for the holidays. Whip up a batch weeks before Christmas and impress your guests with these elegant, boozy bites. The perfect addition to your holiday cookie platters!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 30.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lu's Rum Or Bourbon Balls

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How to Make Lu's Rum Or Bourbon Balls

  1. Sift together 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder and 1 cup granulated sugar in a medium bowl.
  2. Add 1 cup crushed gingersnaps, 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 cup dark rum or bourbon, and 1-2 tablespoons Karo corn syrup. Mix thoroughly until a workable dough forms. Add more Karo syrup, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter balls.
  4. Roll the balls in 1 cup powdered sugar until fully coated.
  5. Place the rum balls in an airtight container, separating layers with wax paper. Store in a cool, dry place for at least 2 weeks to allow the flavors to deepen. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g