Boozy Rum Balls
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Old fashioned Boozy Rum Balls Recipe with rich chocolate, coconut, and a hint of orange. Soft, fudgy, and rolled in coconut, these festive treats are easy to make, irresistibly chocolatey, and perfect for Christmas parties or gifting. Every bite delivers nostalgic holiday flavour that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Spiked with Rum.
These classic Christmas rum balls are soft, chocolatey, coconut-coated and properly spiked with rum for true nostalgic flavour. Sam x
Authentic & Boozy – made with real rum for true festive warmth.
Rich Chocolate-Coconut Base – soft, fudgy and full of flavour.
Zero Baking Needed – ideal for quick Christmas prep.
How to make boozy rum balls
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, mix together crushed biscuits, coconut, cocoa and orange zest until well combined.
Step 2: Pour in the condensed milk and rum, mix thoroughly until well combined.
Step 3: Scoop half-tablespoon of mixture, roll into balls, coat in extra coconut, place on a tray or container, then chill 1 hour until firm.
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Ingredients
Method
- Process Biscuits: In a high-speed food processor, crush biscuits into a fine crumb. Move the crumbs to a large mixing bowl.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in coconut, cocoa and orange zest until well combined.
- Mix in Condensed Milk & Rum: Pour in the condensed milk and rum, mix thoroughly until all dry ingredients are coated. Tip: Use your hands for easier mixing!
- Prepare for Coating: Place extra coconut in a small bowl for coating and set aside.
- Form Balls: Scoop a half tablespoon of mixture, roll into a ball, then roll in coconut until coated. Place balls directly into an airtight container or on a lined baking sheet.
- Repeat: Continue the process with the remaining mixture.
- Chill: Refrigerate rum balls for 1 hour until firm. Enjoy!
Nutrition
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Notes
- Store: In an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 week to 10 days. For advance preparation, keep them in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 5-7 days.
- Freeze: In a freezer-safe zip-lock bag or container for up to 2 months, ensuring to remove excess air and label with the date and recipe name. Thaw them in the refrigerator overnight or at room temperature for a few hours until soft.
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Let us know how it was!Can I make rum balls without alcohol?
Yes, here is my recipe for non-alcoholic rum balls.
How long do rum balls need to set?
Rum balls usually need to set in the refrigerator for at least a couple of hours, but they develop better flavor if left overnight in the fridge.