BOURBON BALLS
How to make easy Old Fashioned Bourbon Balls. Boozy pecans and chocolate make this Southern no bake dessert taste spectacular! Perfect for holidays, gifting, and cocktail parties.
Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated
Categories Dessert
Time 28m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the pecans in a single layer. Bake until the pecans are toasted and crisp, about 8 to 10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Immediate transfer to a cutting board to cool.
- In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade, pulse together the cookie crumbs (if you are starting with whole cookies, make the crumbs now then double-check to make sure you have 2 1/2 cups).
- Add the cooled nuts and salt. Continue to pulse, until the nuts are finely ground but not completely pulverized (you want them in small bits but for them to still have a little bit of texture).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the bourbon, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and molasses until smooth.
- Add to the food processor bowl and pulse until just combined.
- Scoop the mixture into a bowl and give it a few stirs if the ingredients are not evenly combined. Press it into a mass. Let rest at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the crumbs to absorb some of the liquid.
- Arrange anything you'd like to roll the balls in a shallow dish (a low bowl both works well).
- Portion the dough by tablespoonfuls (I like to use a tablespoon scoop like this) and roll into 1-inch balls. Roll the balls in toppings of your choice, then transfer to a storage container (or enjoy IMMEDIATELY!).
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 42); without rolling ingredients, Calories 73 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 5 g
KENTUCKY BOURBON BALLS
Try this smooth, delicious, and authentic Kentucky bourbon ball candy.
Provided by KY Piano Teacher
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Truffle Recipes
Time 16h30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the nuts in a sealable jar. Pour the bourbon over the nuts. Seal and allow to soak overnight.
- Mix the butter and sugar; fold in the soaked nuts. Form into 3/4" balls and refrigerate overnight.
- Line a tray with waxed paper. Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just-barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Roll the balls in the melted chocolate to coat; arrange on the prepared tray. Store in refrigerator until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 27.6 mg, Sugar 28.9 g
BOURBON BALLS
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 40m
Yield 3 dozen, about 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
- Spread the pecans on a cookie sheet, and place in the oven for 3 minutes. For even toasting, turn the tray, front to back. Toss the nuts with a metal spatula and bake for another 3 minutes. You'll know they're done when they give off their fragrant aroma, and be sure to check them so they don't become overbaked or charred.
- In a food processor, chop the vanilla wafers into crumbs. Add the pecans and process just until they are finely chopped. In a medium bowl, mix together the crumb-pecan mixture, 1/4 cup of the cocoa, and 1/4 cup of the confectioners' sugar. Add the corn syrup and bourbon. Mix thoroughly. Sift the remaining 1/4 cup cocoa and 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar onto a large plate. Form the crumb mixture into 3/4-inch balls and roll them through the cocoa-sugar to coat. Store in a sealed container for up to 5 days. If necessary, touch them up with a light dusting of the remaining confectioners' sugar.
KENTUCKY BOURBON BALLS
These delicious little bourbon balls are easy, no-bake treats. They're made with vanilla wafers, cocoa, and bourbon. So easy and so good!
Provided by Diana Rattray
Categories Dessert Cookies & Candy
Time 2h25m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 10 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 3 g, ServingSize 36 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
BOURBON BALLS
The sweet kick of bourbon in these confections will transport you straight to Kentucky. We dipped the pieces in a bittersweet chocolate coating and topped them off with crunchy pecan. The result is a Derby-worthy treat you can make and enjoy all year round.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 45m
Yield 25 bourbon balls
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the bourbon balls: Pulse the vanilla wafer cookies and pecan halves in a food processor until the mixture turns to fine crumbs. Add the cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, bourbon, corn syrup, vanilla and salt, then pulse until the mixture is thoroughly combined and holds together when squeezed.
- Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls (each about 1 tablespoon; about 25 total) on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each ball between the palms of your hands so they're smooth and compact. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill and firm up slightly, about 10 minutes.
- For the coating: Meanwhile, put the chocolate and oil in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring halfway through, until completely melted and smooth, about 1 1/2 minutes.
- Working one a time, use 2 forks to gently lower each bourbon ball into the chocolate mixture, turning to make sure the entire ball is coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off, then return to the baking sheet. Top with a pecan half. Return to the refrigerator until the chocolate is just set, about 5 minutes.
CHOCOLATE-BOURBON BALLS
Crushed wafer cookies and chopped walnuts flavor these simple spirited treats.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix chocolate chips and honey in 1 1/2-quart microwavable casserole or bowl. Microwave uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes or until chips can be stirred smooth.
- Stir in crushed cookies, walnuts and bourbon. Shape into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in candy decorations.
- Store in tightly covered container at least 4 days to develop flavor but no longer than 4 weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 25 mg
RUM OR BOURBON BALLS
It isn't Christmas without these!!! They go fast!! Try using bourbon in place of the rum!
Provided by Elaine L. Smith
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Liqueur Dessert Recipes Rum
Time P7DT12m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place chocolate chips into a microwave-safe medium bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 minute, stir and then continue to heat at 20 second intervals, stirring between each, until melted and smooth. Stir in sugar and corn syrup. Blend in rum. Add crushed vanilla wafers and chopped nuts. Mix until evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate until firm.
- Roll the chilled chocolate mixture into bite-size balls. Roll balls in a mixture of ground nuts and confectioner's sugar, or just plain confectioner's sugar. Store in a covered container for a week before serving to blend the flavors.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 58.4 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
BOURBON BALLS
Bourbon Balls offer up a powerful punch while packaged in a small bite. These no-bake treats are a favored gift and a perfect nibble for parties.
Provided by Southern Living Editors
Time 53m
Yield Makes about 3 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, stir together bourbon and corn syrup until well blended. Stir bourbon mixture into the wafer mixture. Shape into 1-inch balls; roll in powdered sugar. Place finished bourbon balls in a lidded container, cover, and chill at least 30 minutes. Store chilled in a container up to 2 weeks.
BOURBON HAM BALLS
Grandma Nette was the queen of ham ball recipes. I make them salty-sweet with a bourbon and vinegar kick. Serve them alone, in a sandwich or over pasta or rice. -Kimla Carsten, Grand Junction, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 1h25m
Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut ham, pork chop and bacon into 1-in. pieces; arrange in a single layer in a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. pan. Freeze 30 minutes or until partially frozen., Preheat oven to 350°. Transfer meat to a food processor in batches; pulse until coarsely ground, 20-24 pulses. In a large bowl, combine bread crumbs, milk and eggs. Add meat mixture; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., In a large skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil over medium heat. Add ham balls in batches; cook 3-4 minutes or until cooked through, turning occasionally. Remove from pan; drain on paper towels., In a large bowl, whisk sauce ingredients; reserve 1 cup for serving. Add ham balls to sauce, a few at a time, allowing ham balls to soak 1-2 minutes. Transfer ham balls to a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 15-20 minutes or until heated through, brushing occasionally with remaining sauce from soaking. Serve with reserved sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 8 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27 mg cholesterol, Sodium 276 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9 g carbohydrate (8 g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6 g protein.
DARK CHOCOLATE BOURBON BALLS
Remember the days at Grandma and Grandpa's house when you made these wonderfully traditional treats? We love these Kentucky Derby bourbon balls—the blended taste of bourbon and pecans is irresistible! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine 1 cup pecans and bourbon; let stand, covered, for 8 hours or overnight., Cream butter and confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, until crumbly; stir in pecan mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 45 minutes. Shape into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., Dip in chocolate coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup pecans. Let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BEST BOURBON BALLS
This recipe uses confectioneries sugar instead of vanilla wafers. My family has made these for over 40 years. A true southern delight!
Provided by Audrey365
Categories Candy
Time 2h
Yield 120 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- By hand mix the sugar, butter, pecans and bourbon. Start off with a good splash of bourbon then add tiny bits if too dry. I've never once measured the bourbon and I've been making these since I was about 5, helping mom.
- Work mixture until smooth. The mixture should be stiff, not soggy, pliable but not crumbly. I hope that makes sense.
- Pinch a tiny bit of mix and roll it in the palm of your hand into a ball. The perfect size ball is a two-biter (a little less than an inch.)
- Place on cookie sheets and set aside to air dry. You should not freeze these to firm them quickly, just let them air dry a couple of hours.
- Melt chocolates, paraffin and shortening in the microwave 30 seconds at a time.
- Stir at end of each 30 seconds.
- It will take about 4-5 minutes to melt everything.
- Using a salad or cocktail fork place the ball on the end of the fork and dip into chocolate.
- Don't prick the end with the fork or a toothpick to dip as some recommend.
- Let drain and put back on the cookie sheet.
- You may top with a half or whole pecan at this point. This will make about 120 pieces at this size.
- When chocolate has set, take a knife and slide under the balls. This makes them come out smooth compared to just picking them up.
- Place each piece in a foil or paper fluted candy cup and place in an airtight container.
- Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve or give as gifts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 11.7, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 16.7, Protein 0.3
FUDGY BOURBON BALLS
This twist on a classic rum ball recipe substitutes chocolate cookies for the usual vanilla wafers, and features bourbon rather than rum. The flavors will mellow and integrate after sitting for a few days, so the cookies will be all the better if you can plan ahead and let them ripen for three or four days. They'll keep for up to two weeks stored at room temperature.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 8h15m
Yield 4 dozen balls
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the cookie crumbs and pecans until the nuts are finely ground. (The crumbs keep the nuts from turning into nut butter.)
- In a separate bowl, stir together the bourbon, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder and honey. Add the mixture to food processor and pulse until just combined. Let the dough rest overnight, uncovered and at room temperature. This allows the mixture to dry out a little.
- Roll the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter, then toss the balls in confectioners' sugar. Store them in an airtight container if you want them moist, or uncovered if you like them to develop a crunchy sugar crust on the outside. Sprinkle with more confectioners' sugar just before serving.
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