Cherry Bourbon Balls
Cherry Bourbon Balls are a delightful treat that combines the sweet, rich flavors of maraschino cherries and buttery pecans, all enveloped in a smooth layer of chocolate. These no-bake bites are perfect for holiday festivities, gatherings, or simply as a sweet indulgence.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 30 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup finely chopped pecans
- ¼ cup fruit juice
- ¼ cup finely chopped maraschino cherries
- ½ cup softened butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons shortening or coconut oil
- 30 candied cherry halves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine finely chopped pecans with fruit juice in a bowl and let sit for at least 1 hour.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter with powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Add the pecan mixture and chopped cherries to the butter mixture; stir gently until combined.
- Shape into 1-inch balls and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Melt chocolate chips with shortening or coconut oil over low heat until smooth.
- Coat each ball in melted chocolate and place on parchment paper; top with a candied cherry half.
- Refrigerate until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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