jolly bourbon balls

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Marsha Gardner
Florala, AL

My friend Jeremy loves these little balls of goodness. I make them every Christmas to share with him.

(2 ratings)

Ingredients For jolly bourbon balls

  • 12 oz
    box vanilla wafers, finely crushed, 3 cups
  • 1 c
    finely chopped nuts, i usually use pecans
  • 1 c
    powdered sugar, divided
  • 6 oz
    semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1/2 c
    light corn syrup
  • 1/2 c
    bourbon

How To Make jolly bourbon balls

  • 1
    Combine crushed wafers, nuts and 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a large bowl; set aside.
  • 2
    Melt chocolate chips with corn syrup in top of double boiler over simmering (not boiling) water. Stir in bourbon until smooth.
  • 3
    Pour chocolate mixture over crumb mixture; stir to combine thoroughly.
  • 4
    Shape scant tablespoonful of mix into 1-inch balls. Repeat with remaining mixture. Roll balls with the palms of your hands to form uniform round shape; p;ace on waxed paper.
  • 5
    Place remaining 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll balls in sugar; place in petit four or candy papers. Store in an airtight container at least 3 days before serving for flavors to mellow. May be stored up to 2 weeks. Makes 48 candies.

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