Best Gingersnap Rum Balls Recipes

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GINGERBREAD RUM BALLS



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Gingerbread rum balls are a fun holiday twist on a traditional rum ball recipe.

Provided by Cheryl Bennett

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

12 oz gingersnap cookies
1 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
1 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/3 - 1/2 cup amber rum
2 tbsp molasses
1 tbsp honey (or corn syrup)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, process gingersnap cookies and walnuts until finely ground. Set aside. (You may have to do this batches if you have a smaller food processor).
  • In a large bowl, sift together 1 cup powdered sugar, sea salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves.
  • Add cookie/walnut mixture and mix well.
  • Stir rum, molasses and honey together in small bowl, then add to cookie mixture. Mix until uniform.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tbsp cinnamon in a shallow bowl and set aside.
  • Scoop out tablespoon portions, roll into balls and toss to coat in cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Place on parchment lined baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 3 grams fat, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 72 milligrams sodium, Sugar 7 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams unsaturated fat

GINGERBREAD RUM BALLS



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This is the perfect recipe to make if you've got crumbs leftover after building a gingerbread house. Or you can use a package of gingersnaps ground up in the food processor or blender. The flavor of rum balls improves after they sit for a couple of days, so plan ahead if you're considering these for a holiday bash. They will last for two weeks or even longer if you store them airtight at room temperature. Rolling rum balls in confectioners' sugar gives you a soft, moist confection while using granulated sugar results in a crunchier texture. And if you'd rather skip the alcohol, you can substitute orange or apple juice for the rum. Just reduce the confectioners' sugar by a tablespoon or two, to taste.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, quick, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 30m

Yield About 2 1/2 dozen balls

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups/360 grams cookie crumbs, from gingerbread or gingersnaps
1 1/4 cups/125 grams pecans
3/4 cup/85 grams confectioners' sugar, plus more for rolling if you like
1/3 cup/80 milliliters dark or amber rum, brandy or bourbon, more as needed
2 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger, more to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Pinch fine sea salt
Granulated sugar, for rolling (optional)

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, pulse together cookie crumbs and pecans until nuts are coarsely ground. Do not overprocess - you want the nuts to have some texture. Alternatively, finely chop the pecans and toss them in a bowl with the crumbs.
  • In a separate large bowl, stir together confectioners' sugar, rum, maple syrup, cocoa powder, fresh ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, ground ginger and salt. Add to food processor and pulse until just combined, or stir into bowl with the crumb mixture, squeezing everything together into a mass. Taste and add more fresh ginger if you like.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in confectioners' sugar or granulated sugar. If the dough starts to dry out as you roll the balls, drizzle in a little more rum. Store in an airtight container at room temperature (they will keep for at least 2 weeks); roll balls in additional sugar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 108, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 64 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams

GINGER RUM BALLS



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Rum, ginger and pecans. A great combo for holiday entertaining.Source: Unknown

Provided by Lynnda Cloutier

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 5

about 9 ounces good-quality purchased gingersnaps
1 cup pecans
1 cup powdered sugar, plus powdered sugar on a plate for dusting the finished balls
1/4 cup spiced rum
3 tablespoons honey

Steps:

  • 1. in a food processor, finely grind the gingersnaps. You should have 2 cups. Transfer them to a bowl.
  • 2. In the processor, grind pecans, leaving a bit of texture. Transfer the pecans to a bowl with the gingersnaps crumbs. Add the 1 cup powdered sugar, the rum, and the honey and mix thoroughly
  • 3. Cover and let stand at room temperature for about 15 minutes, to make them easier to roll. Form the mixture into 1 inch balls. Roll the balls in the powdered sugar on a plate.
  • 4. Roll the balls in the powdered sugar on a plate. Transfer to an airtight storage container and hold at room temperature. Balls will also keep for at least 10 days. Roll the balls in more powdered sugar if desired just before serving. Makes about makes about 30 one inch balls.

NO BAKE GINGERSNAP BALLS



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Make and share this No Bake Gingersnap Balls recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Dessert

Time 5m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

20 gingersnap cookies
3 tablespoons dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Place cookies in large resealable bag; crush fine with rolling pin.
  • Combine corn syrup and peanut butter in medium bowl.
  • Add crushed cookies; mix well.
  • Should hold together but be sticky.
  • If it is too dry add a little more corn syrup.
  • roll mixture into 24 balls.
  • Coat with sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.1, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 48.2, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.2, Protein 0.7

GINGERSNAP RUM BALLS



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so yummmmm

Provided by Virginia Le Master

Categories     Cookies

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 oz kroger gingersnap cookies crushed
3 Tbsp cornsyrup
3 oz rum
1/2 c powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. take a rolling pin and crush gingersnaps in plastic bag, then add rest of ingredients, form into balls, place in tin can, and let sit for 2 days, then enjoy!!

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