Cherry Rum Balls
These Cherry Rum Balls are quick and easy to make with just a few ingredients, perfect for Christmas, Valentine's Day, parties, and gatherings. If you love chocolate, rum, and cherries, these delightful bites will win you over.
Ingredients
- 3 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped
- 2 tablespoon light corn syrup
- ¼ cup rum
- ⅔ cup pecans finely chopped
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup powdered sugar divided
- 12 maraschino cherries halved
Instructions
- Melt the chocolate. The best way is to use a double boiler. Fill a deeper pot with water and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Lower the heat to low and place a larger bowl (preferably glass) with the chocolate over the pot. Make sure the glass bowl does not touch the water in the pot. It should be at least a few inches above the water. Once the chocolate starts to melt, stir with a flexible spatula until fully melted and smooth. Remove from the heat.
- Add the corn syrup and rum to the melted chocolate. Stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, finely chopped pecans, and ¼ cup of powdered sugar. Pour the chocolate-rum mixture over the graham cracker mixture and stir until well combined.
- Form 1-inch balls, then roll them in the remaining powdered sugar to coat them completely. Press the center of each ball with your thumb to create an indentation and place half of a maraschino cherry in the center.
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Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate for better taste and texture of the balls.
- Make sure the pecans are finely chopped so the balls have a smoother texture.
- Remove the cherries from the syrup and dry them with a paper towel to make it easier for them to stick to the balls, and to prevent excess liquid from leaking out.
- How to store? In an airtight container for up to 10 days.
- Can I make them ahead of time? Yes, it is best to prepare them a few days ahead, as that’s how long it takes for the flavors to combine.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 164kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 52mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16g
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