Kentucky Bourbon Balls
These Kentucky Bourbon Balls are boozy, chocolatey no-bake truffles loaded with pecans and real bourbon for a festive homemade Southern tradition that’s easy to make and perfect for holiday parties and gifts.
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs about 100 wafers, crushed
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts for a twist
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup sub maple syrup for depth
- 1/4 cup bourbon choose mid-shelf brand
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar adjust sweetness
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped bittersweet 60–70% cacao
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
- Powdered sugar for rolling, optional
Instructions
- Stir vanilla wafer crumbs, chopped pecans, and granulated sugar in a large bowl until evenly mixed.
- Pour in bourbon and corn syrup, mixing until a thick dough forms; let rest 10 minutes.
- Scoop and roll dough into 1-inch balls, using powdered sugar on hands if mixture is sticky.
- Place balls on parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Gently melt chocolate chips and butter in a double boiler or microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
- Using forks or a dipping tool, coat each chilled ball in melted chocolate, tapping off excess.
- Refrigerate dipped balls for another 30 minutes, then roll in powdered sugar for a festive finish.
Notes
For a shinier coat, stir in 1 tsp vegetable oil with melted chocolate; store in airtight container.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal
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