Bourbon Balls

6 ingredients
10 steps

Ingredients

  • 6 Tbsp. cocoa
  • 3/4 to 1 c. bourbon (Maker's Mark, Jack Daniels, Wild Turkey or any smooth bourbon)
  • 3 c. finely chopped pecans
  • 3 c. powdered sugar
  • 6 Tbsp. light corn syrup
  • 6 c. finely crushed vanilla wafers (can use blender or food processor)

Directions

  1. 1
    Sift cocoa and powdered sugar into a bowl.
  2. 2
    Stir in bourbon which has been combined with syrup; mix well.
  3. 3
    Add crumbs and nuts; mix well again.
  4. 4
    Roll into small balls about 3/4 inch in diameter.
  5. 5
    Drop into a bowl of powdered sugar; roll around to coat on all sides.
  6. 6
    Allow to dry several hours before using.
  7. 7
    These may be prepared ahead of time and will freeze well.
  8. 8
    Keep in airtight container.
  9. 9
    Before serving, put an additional small amount of powdered sugar into container and shake.
  10. 10
    Makes 9 dozen.

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