Second Day Cookies/Candy Marathon
Description:
Welcome to the Second Day Cookies/Candy Marathon! Today’s agenda involves no baking, as we dive into the delightful world of homemade treats. By following this sequential process of preparing Crystal Candy, Bourbon Balls, Rum Balls, and finishing with Peanut Butter Balls, you’ll find that the workload feels more manageable. Let’s embark on this culinary adventure together, where prep time, cooking time, and quantities are mere estimates, leaving room for your personal touch and creativity.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 3 hours
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, Weeknight, For Large Groups, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 988.5
- Fat Content: 40.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 15.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 36.6mg
- Sodium Content: 198.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 156.9g
- Fiber Content: 4.2g
- Sugar Content: 135.6g
- Protein Content: 7g
Servings: 15
Ingredients:
| Recipe Ingredient Quantities | Recipe Ingredient Parts |
|---|---|
| 4 cups | Sugar |
| 1 cup | Water |
| 1 cup | Light corn syrup |
| 5 cups | Pecans |
| 3/4 cup | Butter |
| 2 tablespoons | Light corn syrup |
| 1 cup | Bourbon |
| 2 cups | Powdered sugar |
| 2 cups | Rum |
| 2 cups | Peanut butter |
| 1/3 cup | Light corn syrup |
| 1 1/2 teaspoons | Vanilla |
| 1 | Food coloring |
| 1 | Oil of cinnamon |
| 1 | Parafin |
| 1 | Chocolate chips |
Recipe Instructions:
Crystal Candy:
- Combine sugar, water, and corn syrup in a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
- Add food coloring for a festive touch.
- Continue cooking without stirring until it reaches the hard crack stage (300 degrees).
- Remove from heat and add a dash of oil of cinnamon for flavor.
- Working rapidly, spread the mixture onto an oiled 15x10x1-inch baking sheet.
- Let it cool completely, then break it into pieces.
- Sprinkle a little powdered sugar over the candy pieces to prevent sticking.
Bourbon Balls:
- Mix all ingredients together in a bowl until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into marble-sized balls.
- Coat each ball by rolling it in powdered sugar until fully covered.
Rum Balls:
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Mix until evenly incorporated.
- Roll the mixture into marble-sized balls.
- Coat each ball generously with powdered sugar.
Peanut Butter Balls:
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar, butter, peanut butter, and vanilla together using your hands, as the mixture will be thick.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- In a double boiler, melt parafin and chocolate chips until smooth.
- Dip each peanut butter ball into the chocolate mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Place the coated balls on waxed paper to harden.
Final Thoughts:
Congratulations! You’ve completed the Second Day Cookies/Candy Marathon. These delightful treats are perfect for sharing with loved ones during the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet indulgence. Enjoy the fruits of your labor and savor each delicious bite. Happy cooking! 🍬🍪🎉
