Dolly's Rum Balls

MAKES: 24

We got this spirited, holiday-favorite recipe from a dear lady named Dolly. Ever since then, we've been serving up Dolly's Rum Balls at all of our holiday parties. It's hard to resist these sugar-and-chocolate-coated rum balls!

What You'll Need

1 package (12-ounce) vanilla wafers, crushed
1 1/2 cup powdered sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
3/4 cup walnuts, crushed
1/3 cup rum
1/3 cup light corn syrup
granulated sugar for rolling

What to Do

In a large bowl, combine crushed wafers, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and crushed walnuts; mix well. Stir in the rum and corn syrup until thoroughly combined.
Place granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Roll cookie mixture into 1-1/2-inch balls. Roll in sugar until completely coated.
Serve, or store in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to serve.

Notes

If you moisten your hands before rolling the balls, the rum ball dough will be easier to work with, and you'll have less sticking to you!

Flavored rum adds a unique twist to traditional rum balls! We also like using colored sugar crystals to make them look more festive for the holidays!

Looking for more holiday-favorite candy recipes? Check out our free eCookbook, Christmas Candy Recipes: 24 Ideas for Homemade Christmas Gifts!

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Member 6931317

Aug 26, 2017

Can anything be substituted for the corn syrup in this recipe? Would honey work?

Test Kitchen Team

Aug 28, 2017

Hi! Though the Test Kitchen has not tried this recipe with a honey substitute, we believe it will work. Please keep in mind that it will taste different than our recipe. Hope this was helpful!