Cherry Bourbon Balls

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Ingredients

  • sugar
  • corn syrup
  • vanilla wafers
  • ground walnuts
  • bourbon
  • candied cherries
  • chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. In the microwave oven or over a double boiler, melt chocolate chips, stirring occasionally until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the bourbon and corn syrup.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss together the crushed vanilla wafers and ground walnuts. Pour the chocolate mixture over the crumbs in the bowl and blend well using your hands. Shape into 1 inch balls and press a cherry half into the center of each one. Roll each cookie in confectioners' sugar to coat.
  3. Store in an airtight tin for at least a week before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

489 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.1g 18% DV
Total Fat 28.2g 36% DV
Carbs 58g 21% DV
Fiber 4.5g 16% DV
Sugar 34.9g 70% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 130.5mg 6% DV
Potassium 358.3mg 8% DV
Cholesterol 13.8mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 2.3mcg
Vitamin C 9.7mg 11% DV
Calcium 69.8mg 5% DV
Iron 2.3mg 13% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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