Description
These Cherry Bourbon Balls are a decadent no-bake holiday treat made with crushed cookies, rich cocoa, sweet maraschino cherries, and a splash of bourbon for warmth and flavor.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs (about 40 cookies)
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup bourbon
2 tbsp light corn syrup
1/3 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries, drained well
Extra powdered sugar or cocoa for rolling
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers, chopped pecans, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder.
2. Add bourbon, corn syrup, and chopped cherries; stir until the mixture is evenly moistened and holds together when pressed.
3. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
4. Roll into 1-inch balls and coat with powdered sugar or cocoa powder.
5. Store in an airtight container for at least 24 hours before serving to let flavors blend.
Notes
For a stronger flavor, let the bourbon balls rest for 2–3 days before serving.
You can substitute bourbon with dark rum or whiskey.
Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake, Holiday Treats
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cherry Bourbon Balls, No-Bake Holiday Dessert, Boozy Treats, Christmas Candy