Rum Balls Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 45 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥄 Yield: 72 balls
🍽️ Category: Dessert
🔑 Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, < 60 Mins, No Cook
Description:
Discover the timeless delight of Rum Balls, a classic recipe sourced from the pages of the Woman’s Day Cooking Encyclopedia, a treasured gem from the mid-Sixties. These delectable treats, adorned with a blend of confectioners’ sugar, pecans, and a hint of dark rum, transcend eras, promising an evergreen indulgence that’s bound to delight generations to come.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 cup pecans, finely crushed
- 1 1/2 cups light corn syrup
- 2 cups dark rum
- 2 cups extra finely granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed wafers, confectioner’s sugar, 1 cup of finely crushed pecans, and cocoa powder. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated. |
| 2 | Pour in the light corn syrup and dark rum. Stir the mixture vigorously until all ingredients are evenly combined, forming a thick, cohesive dough. |
| 3 | Using your hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls, ensuring they are compact and evenly shaped. |
| 4 | Divide the rolled balls into two equal portions. Roll half of the balls in the extra finely granulated sugar until fully coated. |
| 5 | For the remaining half of the balls, roll them in the remaining finely crushed pecans, ensuring an even coating on all sides. |
| 6 | Once all the balls are coated, place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet or a serving platter. |
| 7 | Refrigerate the Rum Balls for about 30 minutes to firm up before serving. |
| 8 | Serve chilled and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors in every bite! |
Nutritional Information (Per Rum Ball):
- Calories: 28.9
- Fat Content: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 0.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 3.2g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 2.6g
- Protein Content: 0.2g
Indulge in the nostalgic charm of these Rum Balls, where each bite transports you to a bygone era of timeless culinary delights. Whether as a delightful treat for yourself or a cherished gift for loved ones, these Rum Balls are sure to evoke joy and delight with every bite.
