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KENTUCKY BOURBON BALLS



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Try this smooth, delicious, and authentic Kentucky bourbon ball candy.

Provided by KY Piano Teacher

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Truffle Recipes

Time 16h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup chopped nuts
5 tablespoons Kentucky bourbon
½ cup butter, softened
1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
18 ounces semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • Place the nuts in a sealable jar. Pour the bourbon over the nuts. Seal and allow to soak overnight.
  • Mix the butter and sugar; fold in the soaked nuts. Form into 3/4" balls and refrigerate overnight.
  • Line a tray with waxed paper. Melt the chocolate in the top of a double boiler over just-barely simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching. Roll the balls in the melted chocolate to coat; arrange on the prepared tray. Store in refrigerator until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 27.6 mg, Sugar 28.9 g

BOURBON BALLS



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The sweet kick of bourbon in these confections will transport you straight to Kentucky. We dipped the pieces in a bittersweet chocolate coating and topped them off with crunchy pecan. The result is a Derby-worthy treat you can make and enjoy all year round.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 45m

Yield 25 bourbon balls

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 1/2 cups vanilla wafer cookies (about 8 ounces), such as Nilla Wafers
1 1/4 cups pecan halves
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup bourbon
1/4 cup dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch kosher salt
6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
25 pecan halves

Steps:

  • For the bourbon balls: Pulse the vanilla wafer cookies and pecan halves in a food processor until the mixture turns to fine crumbs. Add the cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, bourbon, corn syrup, vanilla and salt, then pulse until the mixture is thoroughly combined and holds together when squeezed.
  • Scoop the mixture into 1-inch balls (each about 1 tablespoon; about 25 total) on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each ball between the palms of your hands so they're smooth and compact. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill and firm up slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • For the coating: Meanwhile, put the chocolate and oil in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high, stirring halfway through, until completely melted and smooth, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Working one a time, use 2 forks to gently lower each bourbon ball into the chocolate mixture, turning to make sure the entire ball is coated. Let any excess chocolate drip off, then return to the baking sheet. Top with a pecan half. Return to the refrigerator until the chocolate is just set, about 5 minutes.

BEST BOURBON BALLS



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This recipe uses confectioneries sugar instead of vanilla wafers. My family has made these for over 40 years. A true southern delight!

Provided by Audrey365

Categories     Candy

Time 2h

Yield 120 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 lbs confectioners' sugar (10x)
1 cup butter, softened (not margarine)
1/2 lb chopped pecans
Bourbon (use your favorite, I've used several different brands)
1 (12 ounce) bag milk chocolate chips
1 (12 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 lb paraffin wax, shaved finely (gulf wax)
2 tablespoons solid shortening

Steps:

  • By hand mix the sugar, butter, pecans and bourbon. Start off with a good splash of bourbon then add tiny bits if too dry. I've never once measured the bourbon and I've been making these since I was about 5, helping mom.
  • Work mixture until smooth. The mixture should be stiff, not soggy, pliable but not crumbly. I hope that makes sense.
  • Pinch a tiny bit of mix and roll it in the palm of your hand into a ball. The perfect size ball is a two-biter (a little less than an inch.)
  • Place on cookie sheets and set aside to air dry. You should not freeze these to firm them quickly, just let them air dry a couple of hours.
  • Melt chocolates, paraffin and shortening in the microwave 30 seconds at a time.
  • Stir at end of each 30 seconds.
  • It will take about 4-5 minutes to melt everything.
  • Using a salad or cocktail fork place the ball on the end of the fork and dip into chocolate.
  • Don't prick the end with the fork or a toothpick to dip as some recommend.
  • Let drain and put back on the cookie sheet.
  • You may top with a half or whole pecan at this point. This will make about 120 pieces at this size.
  • When chocolate has set, take a knife and slide under the balls. This makes them come out smooth compared to just picking them up.
  • Place each piece in a foil or paper fluted candy cup and place in an airtight container.
  • Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve or give as gifts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.5, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.7, Cholesterol 4.2, Sodium 11.7, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 16.7, Protein 0.3

BOURBON BALLS



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Bourbon Balls offer up a powerful punch while packaged in a small bite. These no-bake treats are a favored gift and a perfect nibble for parties.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 53m

Yield Makes about 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (11-oz.) package vanilla wafers, finely crushed
1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
¾ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
½ cup bourbon
2 ½ tablespoons light corn syrup
Powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Stir together first 4 ingredients in a large bowl until well blended.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together bourbon and corn syrup until well blended. Stir bourbon mixture into the wafer mixture. Shape into 1-inch balls; roll in powdered sugar. Place finished bourbon balls in a lidded container, cover, and chill at least 30 minutes. Store chilled in a container up to 2 weeks.

BOURBON BALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen, about 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup pecans
8 ounces vanilla wafers, enough to make 2 cups
1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa, divided
1 cup confectioners' sugar, divided
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup bourbon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
  • Spread the pecans on a cookie sheet, and place in the oven for 3 minutes. For even toasting, turn the tray, front to back. Toss the nuts with a metal spatula and bake for another 3 minutes. You'll know they're done when they give off their fragrant aroma, and be sure to check them so they don't become overbaked or charred.
  • In a food processor, chop the vanilla wafers into crumbs. Add the pecans and process just until they are finely chopped. In a medium bowl, mix together the crumb-pecan mixture, 1/4 cup of the cocoa, and 1/4 cup of the confectioners' sugar. Add the corn syrup and bourbon. Mix thoroughly. Sift the remaining 1/4 cup cocoa and 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar onto a large plate. Form the crumb mixture into 3/4-inch balls and roll them through the cocoa-sugar to coat. Store in a sealed container for up to 5 days. If necessary, touch them up with a light dusting of the remaining confectioners' sugar.

BOURBON BALLS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 40m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 cup (about 4 ounces) powdered sugar, plus more for rolling
1/4 cup bourbon
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 cups crushed vanilla wafers (about 40 wafers)
1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

  • Sift the cocoa and 1 cup powdered sugar into a medium bowl. Combine the bourbon and corn syrup and add to the cocoa mixture. Stir in the crushed wafers and pecans, mixing until well blended.
  • Shape the mixture into 3/4-inch balls; roll in powdered sugar. Cover and chill at least 20 minutes and up to 2 weeks.

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