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Old Fashioned Bourbon Balls - Easy No-Bake Treat

Easy No-Bake Old Fashioned Bourbon Balls Recipe for Gifting

Delight your guests with these Old Fashioned Bourbon Balls - Easy No-Bake Treat, perfect for gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 82
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • parchment-lined baking sheet

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped pecans until well combined.
  2. Add bourbon and vanilla extract; stir until the mixture is moist but not sticky.
  3. Roll into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to firm up.
  5. Serve on a platter or package in decorative bags for gifting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 82kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4g

Notes

For a twist, you can substitute pecans for almonds or walnuts, or add espresso powder for a coffee flavor. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. These treats can be served chilled or at room temperature.

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