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Perfect Chocolate Bourbon Balls

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These quick and easy chocolate bourbon balls are a cozy holiday treat combining rich chocolate, warm bourbon, and a gentle crunch of nuts. Perfect for gifting or enjoying by the fire.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup crushed vanilla wafer cookies
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
  • 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 tbsp bourbon whiskey
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for rolling
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Crush the vanilla wafer cookies finely using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and crushing with a rolling pin (about 5 minutes).
  2. Toast the chopped pecans or walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Melt the chocolate chips and softened butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth and glossy (about 1-2 minutes total).
  4. In a large bowl, combine the crushed cookies, toasted nuts, sweetened condensed milk, and melted chocolate-butter mixture. Stir gently until evenly combined and thick but pliable.
  5. Add the bourbon whiskey and mix until fully incorporated.
  6. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
  7. Form the mixture into 1-inch balls using a small cookie scoop or your hands. If sticky, wet your hands slightly or dust with powdered sugar.
  8. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until evenly coated and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  9. Refrigerate the coated balls for at least 1 hour before serving to allow flavors to meld and texture to firm.

Notes

Melt chocolate gently to avoid graininess. Toast nuts to enhance flavor. Chill mixture before rolling to prevent stickiness. For dairy-free, substitute butter with coconut oil and use non-dairy condensed milk. For alcohol-free, substitute bourbon with vanilla extract but flavor will differ. Adjust crushed cookies or condensed milk if mixture is too wet or dry.

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