CHOCOLATE-GINGERSNAP BOURBON BALLS

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Best when aged for 2-3 days when the flavors have had a chance to develop. Will keep several weeks stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Great for the holidays.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 24-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup gingersnap crumbs (20 cookies processed in food processor)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped
1 (1 ounce) unsweetened chocolate square
3 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup Bourbon (use a brand you like to drink, the flavor really shines through)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cookie crumbs, cinnamon, nuts, and sugar.
  • In the top of a double boiler (over hot water) or in a saucepan (over low heat), combine chocolate and honey; heat and stir until chocolate is melted (approx 2-3 minutes).
  • Mix in bourbon until smooth and well blended.
  • Stir chocolate-bourbon mixture into crumb mixture until well blended.
  • Flour your hands and shape dough into 1-inch balls.
  • Refrigerate until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.1, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 62.3, Carbohydrate 14.2, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 7.9, Protein 1.1

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