Description
Bite-sized chocolate cherry bourbon balls made with crushed cookies, maraschino cherries, and a splash of bourbon for a decadent no-bake holiday treat.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs (about 1 box crushed)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup finely chopped maraschino cherries (drained well)
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherry juice
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional, for dipping)
- 1 tbsp coconut oil (optional, for melting chocolate)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine vanilla wafer crumbs, powdered sugar, pecans, and cocoa powder.
- Add the chopped cherries, cherry juice, bourbon, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture comes together.
- Chill for 20–30 minutes to make rolling easier.
- Roll into 1-inch balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Optional: Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil and dip each ball, letting excess drip off.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Store chilled in an airtight container.
Notes
- For a stronger bourbon flavor, add an extra tablespoon.
- If the mixture is too dry, add a splash more cherry juice.
- Roll in powdered sugar or cocoa instead of dipping in chocolate for a quicker version.
- These taste even better after resting overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American