I gave this 4 stars only because i didn't follow the recipe exactly. However, with the changes i made i would give it 5 stars! I could not, in good conscience, serve raw eggs so i substituted 1sm. box instant french vanilla pudding (following package directions) for the egg yolks. I whipped 2 cups whipping cream and use that in place for the egg whites. I used white chocolate on top only and didn't use the almonds at all. i also followed other reviewers and doubled the raspberries. I would also agree with previous review that this serves more than 6. I would say more like 12-16. Anyway, this was beautiful ( served it in a trifle bowl so you could see all the layers), delicious and easy to make. I would totally recommend this recipe!

Reviewed On: Feb. 14, 2010

I've always been intimidated by making my own cut out cookies but these were wonderful! I agree with other reviewers to just use 3 cups flour and back at 350. Also, instead of 2 teaspoons vanilla i added 1 tp. vanilla, 1 tp. butter extract and 1 tp. almond extract. I also used a glaze recipe to top my finished product.

Reviewed On: Dec. 28, 2008

We loved these! I've made a few different rum ball recipes but i think this will be the one i stick with from now on. The only thing i changed was to use butter cake instead of white and i added a little cocoa powder. They were wonderful!

Reviewed On: Dec. 9, 2008