Chocolate Cherry Rum Balls
Chocolate Cherry Rum Balls are a delightful no-bake treat that combines rich chocolate, sweet cherries, and a splash of rum for an indulgent dessert. Perfect for festive gatherings or as an everyday treat, these bites are easy to prepare and will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 spoon or spatula for mixing
- 1 baking tray or plate
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 food processor (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted and chopped cherries Fresh or dried.
- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or almonds Feel free to substitute different nuts.
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup powdered sugar Additional for rolling is optional.
- ¼ cup dark rum For a non-alcoholic version, use cherry juice or soda.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- optional additional powdered sugar or cocoa powder for rolling Optional.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped cherries, chocolate cookie crumbs, chopped nuts, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, rum, and vanilla extract.
- Mix the ingredients together until well combined. If the mixture is too dry, add a little more rum, one teaspoon at a time.
- Once the mixture is well combined, use your hands to form small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Roll the formed balls in powdered sugar or cocoa powder for a finishing touch, if desired.
- Place the rum balls on a baking tray or plate lined with parchment paper.
- Chill the rum balls in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to help them firm up.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, and enjoy!
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, you can omit the rum and use cherry juice or soda instead.
Feel free to substitute different nuts or use a gluten-free cookie if needed.
Store the rum balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.