Coconut Rum Balls

Coconut Rum Balls
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    4 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    96 People
  • VIEWS
    141

Embark on a tropical escape with these luscious Coconut Rum Balls. Infused with the warmth of rum and coated in delicate coconut flakes, these bite-sized delights are the perfect make-ahead treat for any occasion. Their flavor deepens beautifully over time, making them an ideal choice for entertaining or gifting.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    1 g
  • Cholesterol
    0 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    0 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    7 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers, 1 1/3 cups of flaked coconut, and finely chopped walnuts. (Prep time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour in the sweetened condensed milk and rum. Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined, forming a cohesive dough. (Mixing time: 5 minutes)

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Recipe View Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up. (Refrigeration time: 4+ hours)

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Recipe View Place the remaining 1 cup of flaked coconut in a shallow dish or bowl.

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Recipe View Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator. Using a spoon or your hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls.

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Recipe View Roll each ball in the coconut flakes, ensuring they are fully coated. (Rolling time: 20 minutes)

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Recipe View Store the finished Coconut Rum Balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They are best enjoyed after 24 hours, allowing the flavors to fully develop. (Storage time: at least 24 hours)

For a richer flavor, use dark rum. Alternatively, spiced rum adds a delightful twist.
If the dough is too sticky to roll, add a bit more crushed vanilla wafers or refrigerate for a longer period.
These rum balls can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the rum with rum extract (start with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste) or pineapple juice.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.4/ 5 ( 47 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Dariana Mclaughlin

    These were a huge hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the rich, coconutty flavor.

  • Haskell Koelpin

    I made these with spiced rum, and they were absolutely delicious!

  • Edward Glover

    I substituted the walnuts with pecans, and they were fantastic!

  • Brianne Beatty

    Super easy to make, and they taste even better the next day. Will definitely make again!

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