Description
A delightful twist on traditional holiday treats, these cherry bourbon balls are infused with cherry and bourbon for a flavor explosion.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/2 cup bourbon
1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or almond flour for gluten-free)
1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)
1 tsp vanilla extract (or maple extract)
1/4 cup butter (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
Instructions
- Start by chopping the dried cherries into small pieces.
- Measure out all your ingredients to streamline your cooking process.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped cherries, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, chopped pecans, and bourbon. Mix until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Once chilled, scoop the mixture and roll into small, bite-sized balls.
- Roll each ball in additional powdered sugar to coat.
- Place back in the fridge and chill for another hour to set.
Notes
Ensure to measure ingredients precisely and chill the mixture adequately for the best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg