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Cherry Bourbon Balls

Decadent Cherry Bourbon Balls: A Boozy Chocolate Delight

Indulge in Cherry Bourbon Balls, a perfect blend of chocolate, bourbon, and cherries that impresses at any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 balls
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Base
  • 2 cups Crumpled Chocolate Cake Use leftover or a boxed mix, completely cooled.
For the Boozy Mix
  • 1/2 cup Bourbon Whiskey Substitutes: whiskey, rum, brandy, or non-alcoholic apple juice.
For the Chocolate Coating
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Dark or milk chocolate based on preference.
For the Cherry Center
  • 24 pieces Maraschino Cherries Use non-alcoholic preserved cherries for a kid-friendly version.
For Coating Options
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Nuts Omit for a nut-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Coconut

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Double boiler or microwave-safe bowl
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Crumble your completely cooled chocolate cake into a large mixing bowl, aiming for a fine texture.
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  2. Melt the chocolate chips on low heat in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl, stirring frequently until smooth.
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  3. Pour the melted chocolate into the crumbled cake, add bourbon, and mix thoroughly until a moist dough forms.
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  4. Scoop small portions of the mixture, roll into balls, place a maraschino cherry in the center and mold the dough around it.
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  5. Coat the balls by rolling in powdered sugar, cocoa powder, or nuts, or dip in melted chocolate before placing on a parchment-lined tray.
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  6. Chill the coated Cherry Bourbon Balls in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to harden.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These Cherry Bourbon Balls can be stored in an airtight container for up to 10 days in the fridge. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months.

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