BOURBON BALLS
The sweet kick of bourbon in these confections will transport you straight to Kentucky. We dipped the pieces in a bittersweet chocolate coating and topped them off with crunchy pecan. The result is a Derby-worthy treat you can make and enjoy all year round.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 45m
Yield 25 bourbon balls
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- For the bourbon balls: Pulse the vanilla wafer cookies and pecan halves in a food processor until the mixture turns to fine crumbs. Add the cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, bourbon, corn syrup, vanilla and salt, then pulse until the mixture is thoroughly combined and holds together when squeezed.
- Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls (each about 1 tablespoon; about 25 total) on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each ball between the palms of your hands so they're smooth and compact. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill and firm up slightly, about 10 minutes.
- For the coating: Meanwhile, put the chocolate and oil in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring halfway through, until completely melted and smooth, about 1 1/2 minutes.
- Working one a time, use 2 forks to gently lower each bourbon ball into the chocolate mixture, turning to make sure the entire ball is coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off, then return to the baking sheet. Top with a pecan half. Return to the refrigerator until the chocolate is just set, about 5 minutes.
STEPH'S BOURBON BALLS
These bourbon balls are my signature Christmas candy. You'll get requests to make these every year!
Provided by Steph T.
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Liqueur Dessert Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the sugar in a shallow bowl, and set aside. Combine the vanilla wafer crumbs, confectioners' sugar, and pecans in a bowl, and mix well.
- Place the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, and microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes to melt the chips. Stir the melted chips until smooth, and beat in the corn syrup and whiskey. Scrape the chocolate mixture into the crumb mixture, and stir well to mix.
- Form the dough into 1-inch balls, and roll each ball in sugar. Place the finished bourbon balls on a cooling rack to finish setting up.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271.9 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 72.7 mg, Sugar 18.3 g
DARK CHOCOLATE BOURBON BALLS
Remember the days at Grandma and Grandpa's house when you made these wonderfully traditional treats? We love these Kentucky Derby bourbon balls—the blended taste of bourbon and pecans is irresistible! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine 1 cup pecans and bourbon; let stand, covered, for 8 hours or overnight., Cream butter and confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup at a time, until crumbly; stir in pecan mixture. Refrigerate, covered, until firm enough to shape, about 45 minutes. Shape into 1-in. balls; place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour., Dip in chocolate coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup pecans. Let stand until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
BOURBON BALLS
Yum! These were a unanimous hit among the Kitchen Crew... even with those who wouldn't normally opt for Bourbon. I do suggest that you lessen the amount of alcohol a bit if you're not used to the flavor, as it does come through the chocolate quite prominently.
Provided by Opal Jackson-Cakmak
Categories Other Desserts
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Thoroughly combine 1 crushed vanilla wafer crumbs, chopped pecans, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, and the cocoa.
- 2. In a separate bowl, blend the bourbon and corn syrup.
- 3. Stir this bourbon mixture into the dry mixture; blend well. Cover and chill for at least a few hours.
- 4. Sift about 1/2 to 1 cup of confectioners' sugar on a cookie sheet.
- 5. Shape small bits of the dough into balls and roll them in the confectioners'.
- 6. Store in refrigerator in tightly covered containers. Make these a few days in advance for best flavor, and roll in confectioners' sugar again before serving, if desired.
- 7. These can also be frozen for longer storage. Makes about 3 dozen bourbon balls.
KENTUCKY BOURBON BALLS
Try this smooth, delicious, and authentic Kentucky bourbon ball candy.
Provided by KY Piano Teacher
Categories Desserts Candy Recipes Truffle Recipes
Time 16h30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the nuts in a sealable jar. Pour the bourbon over the nuts. Seal and allow to soak overnight.
- Mix the butter and sugar; fold in the soaked nuts. Form into 3/4" balls and refrigerate overnight.
- Line a tray with waxed paper. Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just-barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Roll the balls in the melted chocolate to coat; arrange on the prepared tray. Store in refrigerator until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 27.6 mg, Sugar 28.9 g
BOURBON BALLS
Provided by Food Network
Categories dessert
Time 40m
Yield 3 dozen, about 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
- Spread the pecans on a cookie sheet, and place in the oven for 3 minutes. For even toasting, turn the tray, front to back. Toss the nuts with a metal spatula and bake for another 3 minutes. You'll know they're done when they give off their fragrant aroma, and be sure to check them so they don't become overbaked or charred.
- In a food processor, chop the vanilla wafers into crumbs. Add the pecans and process just until they are finely chopped. In a medium bowl, mix together the crumb-pecan mixture, 1/4 cup of the cocoa, and 1/4 cup of the confectioners' sugar. Add the corn syrup and bourbon. Mix thoroughly. Sift the remaining 1/4 cup cocoa and 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar onto a large plate. Form the crumb mixture into 3/4-inch balls and roll them through the cocoa-sugar to coat. Store in a sealed container for up to 5 days. If necessary, touch them up with a light dusting of the remaining confectioners' sugar.
BOURBON BALLS
Bourbon Balls function as the ultimate easy dessert for Southern cocktail parties, and they put a sweet, slightly boozy finish on any get-together. Think of them as an edible digestif. Crushed vanilla wafers hold all the chocolatey goodness together. Buy an 11-ounce box and remove two dozen wafers to save for another use, like Banana Pudding.
Provided by Editors of Garden & Gun
Categories Cookies Bourbon Chocolate Dessert Pecan HarperCollins Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield 48, serves 24
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the crushed wafers and pecans in a large bowl. Place the chopped chocolate in a separate bowl.
- In a small saucepan, combine the cream, corn syrup, and cinnamon, place over medium heat, and bring to just a boil, stirring constantly. Immediately pour the mixture over the chopped chocolate and whisk to blend in the cream as the chocolate melts. Let cool for 1 to 2 minutes, then whisk in the bourbon.
- Pour the chocolate mixture over the crumb-nut mixture and stir well to combine. Place in the refrigerator to chill for 30 minutes. Form the mixture into balls with a small melon baller (about 2 teaspoons), roll in coatings if desired, and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to 1 week.
FUDGY BOURBON BALLS
This twist on a classic rum ball recipe substitutes chocolate cookies for the usual vanilla wafers, and features bourbon rather than rum. The flavors will mellow and integrate after sitting for a few days, so the cookies will be all the better if you can plan ahead and let them ripen for three or four days. They'll keep for up to two weeks stored at room temperature.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories cookies and bars, dessert
Time 8h15m
Yield 4 dozen balls
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together the cookie crumbs and pecans until the nuts are finely ground. (The crumbs keep the nuts from turning into nut butter.)
- In a separate bowl, stir together the bourbon, 1 cup confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder and honey. Add the mixture to food processor and pulse until just combined. Let the dough rest overnight, uncovered and at room temperature. This allows the mixture to dry out a little.
- Roll the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter, then toss the balls in confectioners' sugar. Store them in an airtight container if you want them moist, or uncovered if you like them to develop a crunchy sugar crust on the outside. Sprinkle with more confectioners' sugar just before serving.
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