No-Bake Chocolate Rum Balls
In 1986, we published The Wellesley Cookie Exchange Cookbook, compiled and edited by Susan Peery, and the book has become a classic. One bite of these delicious no-bake chocolate rum balls will make you understand why.
By Amy Traverso
Dec 16 2019
No-Bake Chocolate Rum Balls
Photo Credit : Michael PiazzaSince 1971, the 40 or so women of the now-famous Wellesley Cookie Exchange have gathered each December to swap dozens of Christmas cookies and recipes. In 1986, we published The Wellesley Cookie Exchange Cookbook, compiled and edited by Susan Peery, and the book has become a classic. One bite of these delicious no-bake chocolate rum balls will make you understand why.
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Yield:
3 dozen ballsIngredients
2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
1 cup confectioners’ sugar
1 cup finely chopped toasted almonds or hazelnuts, plus more for rolling
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1/3 cup rum (any kind)
Instructions
In a large bowl, stir together the crumbs, sugar, nuts, cocoa, maple syrup, and rum. Form into 1-inch balls; then roll in the chopped nuts. Refrigerate until firm. Serve cold or at room temperature.