Nutty Brandy & Rum Balls
📜 Collection: UK15 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts A potent and delicious no-bake holiday confection, packed with a full pound of ground nuts. This classic recipe uses both brandy and rum, along with honey and vanilla wafer crumbs, for a rich and flavorful treat that keeps for weeks.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 mins | 0 mins | None | Approx. 6-7 dozen |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Food processor
- Large bowl
- Sturdy spoon
- Airtight container
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (12 oz) package | Crushed Keebler Vanilla Wafers | finely crushed |
| 1 pound | Ground Pecans or Walnuts | ground |
| 1/2 cup | Honey | |
| 1/2 cup | Rum | |
| 1/2 cup | Brandy | |
| As Needed | Powdered Sugar or Granulated Sugar | for rolling |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Mix
- In a food processor, finely crush the 1 (12 oz) package vanilla wafers and grind the 1 pound pecans or walnuts until finely textured.
- In a large bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, ground nuts, 1/2 cup honey, 1/2 cup rum, and 1/2 cup brandy.
- Mix well with a sturdy spoon or your hands until a sticky, firm dough forms and holds its shape.
Step 2: Shape and Coat
- Shape the mixture into small, 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball in powdered sugar or granulated sugar until completely coated and sparkling.
- Store the finished balls in a tightly covered container. The flavor improves significantly after they have aged for a few days.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in a tightly covered container. The flavor improves significantly after aging for a few days, and they will keep for up to 5 weeks.
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