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Bourbon Balls II

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"A favorite recipe that my family has been making for years that we received from a friend of the family. These are great for New Years Eve." — Pamela Maret

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Original recipe makes 4 dozen Change Servings

1 cup vanilla wafer crumbs
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1/4 cup bourbon
1 1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

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Directions

Combine wafer crumbs, finely chopped pecans, 1 cup confectioners' sugar and cocoa.
Blend the bourbon and the corn syrup together. Add the crumb mixture and mix well. Shape into 1 inch balls and roll in confectioners' sugar. Refrigerate.

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I just made these today for a Christmas party this weekend. It was funny...when I was measuring the 1/4 shot of bourbon I thought, "what the heck, that doesn't seem like enough" and gave it a quick shot more. Do not try this at your home!! I used Jim Beam Black and they are strooooong! But whose complaining? I like them. But then again, I like the taste of Bourbon. These have turned out great and I will be making them often...using only the amount of bourbon called for, of course!

—Janine

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Dec 31, 2003

I followed the directions to a "T". Ingredients did not form and I had to add extra wafers. Taste was OK. I think I'll try a different recipe. Maybe I did something wrong.

—AQUELLE

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Dec 21, 2002

OH!! This has got to be the best recipe I have found for Bourbon Balls! It doesnt have a real strong Bourbon taste just enough. Thanks Pamela!!

—MOMDAD4KIDDIES

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Nov 24, 2010

I've been making these for years as gifts and my family can't get enough. I used graham cracker crumbs and often add more bourbon than called for. The confectioners sugar soaks in so dust them again just before serving. a melon ball scoop works well for me, just scoop into batter, then tap hard into a plastic bowl, finish rounding off with buttered hands.

—KNOXSCOOP

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Nov 13, 2003

This is a wonderful recipe! Even though I tripled the recipe I came out with 52 pieces instead of 154. I also will place them in a cool dark place and sprinkle with more bourbon once a week until Christmas! Be careful! I made these one year and a friend of mine got drunk eating too many!

—MOUNTMAN

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Jan 09, 2008

These are so good. If you have trouble rolling into balls, just refrigerate for a little bit. These have been a real hit in Iraq and brought some joy to my husband and the soldiers he works with.

—armywife892

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Dec 21, 2009

I made these tonight, followed the recipe exactly, except it didn't take quite all the liquid.Balled up nicely & they are now "aging" in the fridge. I'm sure they'll be a hit at tomorrow night's party. I used a spiced rum. Thanks for the recipe, Pamela

—goodeats

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May 23, 2006

These are always a hit in my Christmas gift baskets. I make them several days in advance and leave out for 24 hours. Then I refrigerate for a few days. I find that the taste mellows the longer you wait to serve them.Thanks!

—REBECCAROD

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Nutrition

Calories
50 kcal
3%

Carbohydrates
6.5 g
2%

Cholesterol
0 mg
0%

Fat
2.4 g
4%

Fiber
0.3 g
1%

Protein
0.4 g
< 1%

Sodium
12 mg
< 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Bourbon Balls II

Serving Size: 1/48 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 48
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 50
Calories from Fat: 21

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.4g 4 %
Saturated Fat 0.3g 2 %
Cholesterol 0mg 0 %
Sodium 12mg < 1 %
Potassium 15mg < 1 %
Total Carbohydrates 6.5g 2 %
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1 %
Protein 0.4g < 1 %
** Sugars 3.4g
Vitamin A < 1 %
Vitamin C < 1 %
Calcium < 1 %
Iron 2 %
** Thiamin 3 %
Niacin 2 %
Vitamin B6 < 1 %
Magnesium 1 %
Folate 1 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.