Cherry Bourbon Balls
Delightfully sweet treats that combine chocolate, cherries, and pecans, perfect for festive gatherings or a sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- ¾ cup finely chopped pecans Use fresh pecans for the best flavor.
- ¼ cup cherry juice (non-alcoholic alternative) High-quality cherry juice enhances flavor.
- ¼ cup finely chopped maraschino cherries
- ½ cup butter, softened Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 4 cups powdered sugar Divided into portions as needed.
- 3 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons shortening or coconut oil Use for melting with chocolate.
- 30 pieces candied cherry halves For garnishing each ball.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter with 3 cups of powdered sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Stir in cherry juice, maraschino cherries, and chopped pecans until evenly combined.
- Gradually mix in the cooled chocolate until a uniform dough-like consistency is achieved.
- Cover the mixture with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours until firm.
Forming & Coating
- Scoop small portions of the chilled mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll into smooth balls.
- Roll each ball in the remaining 1 cup of powdered sugar until well coated.
- Place a candied cherry half on top of each ball.
Final Chill
- Transfer the coated balls to a parchment-lined baking sheet and chill for an additional 30 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks. These can also be frozen if well-wrapped.