Rum Balls
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty Six | ✍️ Attribution: Rose Marie Paulin | 📂 Category: Desserts Discover a delightful recipe for classic Rum Balls, featuring finely rolled vanilla wafers, cocoa, dates, walnuts, and a hint of rum or brandy. These no-bake treats are easily shaped with buttered hands and finished with a sweet coating of powdered sugar.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | None | 30 mins | 24 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 package | Vanilla wafers | Rolled fine, approx. 50 cookies |
| 3 tbsp | Cocoa | None |
| 1/2 cup | Dates | Chopped |
| 1/2 cup | Walnuts | Chopped |
| 1/2 cup | White Karo | Light corn syrup |
| 1/4 cup | Liquor | Rum or brandy |
| As needed | Butter | For greasing hands |
| As needed | P. Sugar | Powdered sugar for rolling |
Instructions
Step 1: Mixing and Shaping
- In a mixing bowl, mix together 1 package vanilla wafers, 3 tbsp cocoa, 1/2 cup chopped dates, 1/2 cup walnuts, 1/2 cup white karo, and 1/4 cup liquor until thoroughly combined.
- Grease hands with butter to prevent sticking, then roll the mixture into small, uniform balls.
- Roll each shaped ball thoroughly in p. sugar until evenly coated and set on a tray until firm.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to allow the flavors to meld.
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