RUM BALLS

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These are one of my family's classic Christmas cookies...and I'm posting them in July. I know, I know - hush. Make sure you let these sit for several weeks before serving - the rum is a touch strong otherwise. Time includes mixing and forming the balls.

Provided by ChrisMc

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup finely chopped walnuts or 1 cup pecans
1/2 lb finely ground vanilla wafer
2 tablespoons cocoa
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup light rum
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Blend all ingredients except powdered sugar until the mixture is a uniform consistency.
  • Roll into balls approxiamtely 3/4 inch in diameter.
  • Coat balls with powdered sugar.
  • Let sit in containers in a cool place for 2 weeks before serving; this lets the alcohol evaporate, leaving the rum flavoring.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 829.6, Fat 40.5, SaturatedFat 6.1, Sodium 267.5, Carbohydrate 104.7, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 16.2, Protein 9.9

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