Rum Balls

Another regular on our Christmas Cookie Trays!



Rum Balls
2 1/2 C crushed Nilla Wafers
1 C powdered sugar (plus some for rolling)
1 C ground nuts (walnuts or pecans)
2 Tbls powdered cocoa
1/4 C rum
3 Tbls corn syrup

Mix all ingredients. Form into 1 inch balls. Roll in powdered sugar. Serve or refrigerate. These freeze really well too!

Variations:
Bourbon Balls - replace rum with bourbon
Coconut Brandy Balls - replace rum with brandy and replace 1 C nuts with 1 C shredded coconut
Orange/Chocolate Balls - replace rum with orange juice and add 2 Tbls grated orange peel

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Crush Nilla Wafers






Add cocoa, powdered sugar and corn syrup.


And rum! (The Captain of course at my house!)


Mix well.. this is a sticky dough!


Roll into 1 inch balls.


Roll in powdered sugar and enjoy!