Reviewed: Jan. 3, 2007

I made these for a Christmas party... either people loved them or hated them. I personally thought they were too strong.

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INDIGO184

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Reviewed: Jan. 2, 2007

Very tasty. I used coconut rum and my mother-in-law (who doesn't drink) gobbled them up.

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Juliet M.

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Reviewed: Jan. 1, 2007

Other people liked these, but I did not. I won't be making them again.

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Reviewed: Dec. 28, 2006

Sorry to give such a poor rating! I thought this was awful. Let me just note that I cook like a chemist. I measure everything - exactly. My complaint is related to the strength of the rum flavor. It was strong even on day 4. I'm wondering if the air tight container didn't allow the alcohol to evaporate. Anyway, it was a real bummer to toss these rum balls because the preparation was somewhat time consuming. I'm also thinking it's a pain to dust these things with powdered suger right before serving. I ended up dusting them on day 0, day 1 and day 4 because they absorb the sugar. Oh, well! So far, this was the only recipe I didn't like... :)

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Donna

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Reviewed: Dec. 27, 2006

I doubled the recipe and used captian morgan spiced rum. I thought they were very yummy esp. a few days later but my husband thought they were alittle too strong....I guess it could just be preference but maybe I would use alittle less rum than called for next time. My friends that like rum said they were delicious and I thought so too!

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Reviewed: Dec. 24, 2006

I used Spice Rum and run the dry ingredients in a food processor. Finished by dipping in chocolate. These are awesome, almost like candy.

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Reviewed: Dec. 23, 2006

I loved these balls! At first they tasted very strong but after 2 days the balls were amazing! They look real pretty too. I used a sifter and sifted the powdered sugar on top right before serving. They looked like snowballs! Definitely recommend.

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Reviewed: Dec. 22, 2006

This is a great recipe. I made it exactly as the recipe called and let them sit for a couple days. They are amazing. Nice consistency and the rum is not overpowering. Only one change and that would be to double the recipe. They're going fast!

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Mary

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Reviewed: Dec. 21, 2006

Have made similar ones for years but use amaretto, kahlua or creme de almond instead of the harsh rum, and put halved and drained maraschino cherries in center. Wonderful!

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Reviewed: Dec. 21, 2006

Not bad, but not great.

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SAMANTHAO

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Reviewed: Dec. 21, 2006

These were awesome! I followed another suggestion and used the Starbucks liquor! This recipe is a keeper!

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Reviewed: Dec. 21, 2006

These are great! Easy to make and delicious. I rolled them in regular sugar instead of powdered sugar (as recommended by a few others)... they have a little crunch and it's a little less messy.

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Libby

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Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2006

They were a hit! Getting ready to start another batch for the next round of parties. I used a dark cuban rum, that made them nice and strong

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Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2006

I love trying new recipes but get scared some times when I do; I suggest you do not hesitate at all to make these!! I made them last night and I know they are suppose to be better three days after but I tried them right away and they are so good. I made them with the intent on giving them away to neighbors but I can't stay away from them so I am making a second batch tonight to give away. Once I have mixed all the ingredients I find it better to work/knead the dough with your hands to make sure every thing is mixed well and evenly. The alcohol does not seem strong to me (I used Malibu Rum), you know it's there but it's not like taking a shot of rum or any thing. Plus I think after day three the alcohol taste gets even less. Bonus is that is does not require too many ingredients and they are easy to make... it's tough finding a recipe that is sooo simple but taste AWESOME!!

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Brooke

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Reviewed: Dec. 19, 2006

These came out a bit dry and I added another TBS of corn syrup. Other than that, they're great! My dad loves these for Christmas.

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Reviewed: Dec. 19, 2006

I made these for a cookie swap I had at work & they were a HUGE hit. Everyone loved them. Definitely let them sit... the longer the better.

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Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2006

I really like this recipe...it's an easy, no-bake confection that comes together quickly. I put them in candy boxes and gave them away for Christmas presents. It's true that these get better with time...by Day 3, the rum mellows out quite a bit. Even still, these aren't for those who aren't fond of rum! The rum taste is definitely center stage.

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Mary Ann

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Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2006

Very good! Quick, easy and tasty. I used coconut rum and they were yummy. I probably should have rolled them in coconut - I'll try that next time. :)

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Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2006

loved these. made them last year for a family christmas party and just got a phone call from my mom saying that my grandma had called her wondering if I was bringing the rum balls again! Last year I dipped them in melted chocolate and then sprinkled the powdered sugar, makes them extra rich and tasty!

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Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2006

These have become a regular treat for our family at Christmas. I use a food processor for the wafer cookies and nuts to make a finer mixture as recommended by another reviewer, and it works great - so much easier to roll into the balls! I also use Parrot Bay rum for a nice coconut flavor. Thanks for a great recipe! Updated review!!! I ran out of rum making this recipe in 2008 so I put in half light rum and half Rumplemintz and really liked the chocolate/mint flavor - a good variation from the coconut that I usually make.

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