Sure thing! Here’s a delicious recipe for Chocolate Bourbon Balls, perfect for those with a sweet tooth and a love for a little kick of bourbon flavor! 🍫🥃
Chocolate Bourbon Balls
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Servings: 1 batch bourbon candies
Description:
Indulge in these delightful chocolate candy balls with a dangerously delicious bourbon filling 😉. The prep time includes chilling, but trust me, the wait will be worth it!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 cup chopped nuts (your choice)
- 1/4 cup Bourbon
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons half-and-half
Instructions:
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Melt butter/margarine: Start by melting the butter or margarine in the microwave. Use a medium-sized bowl for this step.
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Mix ingredients: Once the butter is melted, mix in the powdered sugar, chopped nuts, and bourbon. Stir until well combined.
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Chill mixture: Place the mixture in the refrigerator until it firms up. This typically takes about an hour, but keep an eye on it. You want it to be firm enough to shape into balls.
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Shape into balls: After chilling, take the mixture out of the refrigerator and shape it into 1-inch balls. Roll them gently between your palms to achieve a smooth texture.
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Chill again: Put the shaped balls back into the refrigerator to chill once more. This step helps them hold their shape when coated with chocolate.
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Prepare chocolate coating: In a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and half-and-half together. If using a microwave, heat at medium-high (70%) power for 1-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chips are completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
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Coat the balls: Once the chocolate mixture is smooth and homogenized, drizzle it over the chilled bourbon balls. You can also dip the balls into the chocolate if you prefer.
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Keep chocolate warm: To ensure the chocolate stays liquid, you may need to reheat it as needed. Just pop it back in the microwave for a few seconds at a time, stirring in between, until it reaches the desired consistency.
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Chill on waxed paper: Place the coated bourbon balls on waxed paper and chill them until the chocolate sets. This will usually take about 15-20 minutes.
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Enjoy: Once the chocolate has set, your Chocolate Bourbon Balls are ready to enjoy! Serve them at your next gathering or indulge in them as a special treat for yourself.
These decadent treats are sure to be a hit with anyone who tries them. So go ahead, whip up a batch of these Chocolate Bourbon Balls and treat yourself to a little taste of indulgence! 🍬✨
