Cherry Bourbon Balls: Indulgent Treats for Any Occasion
Cherry Bourbon Balls are a delightful treat that combines rich chocolate, tart cherries, and a splash of bourbon for a perfectly indulgent experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 24 balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup finely chopped dried cherries
- 1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine dried cherries, chocolate wafer crumbs, powdered sugar, chopped pecans, bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix until thoroughly combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Once chilled, roll each ball in additional powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For a twist, try adding a splash of orange liqueur.
- These can be made ahead of time and stored for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 balls
- Calories: 120 per ball
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cherry Bourbon Balls