Chocolate Cherry Rum Balls
These no-bake chocolate cherry rum balls are a delightful treat, combining the rich flavor of chocolate with the sweet-tartness of cherries and a kick from rum. Perfect for holiday celebrations or as a sweet indulgence any time of the year.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 food processor or blender
- 1 cookie sheet or tray
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 plastic wrap or airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup dried cherries, chopped
- ½ cup dark rum For a non-alcoholic version, substitute with cherry juice or a flavored syrup.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup chocolate sprinkles For coating.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Mix well until there are no lumps.
- Add the chopped dried cherries, dark rum, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until everything is well combined. The mixture should be moist enough to hold together.
- Refrigerate the mixture for about 15 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Once chilled, use your hands to roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a cookie sheet or tray lined with parchment paper.
- Roll each ball in chocolate sprinkles to coat them evenly. Place them back on the tray after coating.
- Allow the rum balls to set in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, you can substitute rum with cherry juice or a flavored syrup.
Feel free to add chopped nuts or other dried fruits to the mixture for variety.
These rum balls are best served chilled.