Ingredients
- 1 cup dark cocoa powder
- 2 cups crushed vanilla wafers or graham crackers
- 1/2 cup quality dark rum
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients.
- Crush the Cookies: Crush the cookies into a sandy texture.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: Combine the crushed cookies, cocoa powder, and chopped nuts.
- Melt the Butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan and stir in the rum and vanilla.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Mix the butter mixture with the dry ingredients until well incorporated.
- Form the Balls: Roll the mixture into small balls, about the size of a cherry.
- Coat the Balls: Roll the balls in confectioners’ sugar or shredded coconut.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least an hour, then serve at room temperature.
Notes
Adjust sweetness or rum according to taste. These can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian