Rum Balls: 5 Easy No-Bake Recipes for Festive Treats

Easy, no-bake holiday rum balls packed with bold flavor, perfect for gifting and gatherings.

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Add the vanilla wafer crumbs, pecans (if using), and powdered sugar to a food processor and pulse until you have fine crumbs. Pour into a large bowl and set aside.
Add the corn syrup, chocolate chips, and rum to another microwave-safe medium-sized bowl and heat in 15-20 second increments until melted and smooth.
Pour the chocolate mixture into the crumbs and stir until the crumbs are well coated and everything is evenly combined.
Make 1-tablespoon-sized balls from the mixture. Roll them right after making the mixture, so the chocolate doesn’t firm up and make them harder to roll.
Roll the balls in powdered sugar and/or sprinkles. For powdered sugar, you can roll them by hand or place them in a shallow container or bag and gently shake them. For a thicker coating, roll them a couple of times. If using sprinkles, brush the balls with a little corn syrup, then roll them in the sprinkles.
Store the rum balls in an airtight container for up to two weeks. These get better as they sit—after a day or two, they’re at their best. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months. If freezing, re-roll them in powdered sugar before serving.