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No-Bake Kentucky Bourbon Balls Rolled in Toasted Pecans

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These no-bake Kentucky bourbon balls combine rich bourbon flavor with a creamy center and toasted pecans for a crunchy, indulgent treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Ingredients

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  • Chocolate sandwich cookies (Oreos), finely crushed
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (120 g)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (226 g)
  • 1/4 cup Kentucky bourbon (60 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pecans, toasted and chopped

Instructions

  1. Toast the pecans: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add pecans and toast, stirring frequently, for about 4-5 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  2. Crush the cookies: Place chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely ground. If no processor, put cookies in a ziplock bag and crush with a rolling pin until fine crumbs form.
  3. Mix cookie crumbs and powdered sugar: In a large bowl, combine crushed cookies with powdered sugar. Stir well to mix evenly.
  4. Add cream cheese, bourbon, and vanilla: Soften cream cheese at room temperature, then add to the cookie mixture along with bourbon and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
  5. Shape the balls: Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll into balls. Place on a tray lined with parchment paper. Chill for 15 minutes if mixture is sticky.
  6. Roll in toasted pecans: Spread toasted pecans on a shallow plate. Roll each ball gently in nuts until fully coated.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate the bourbon balls for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.

Notes

Toast pecans fresh for best flavor. Chill mixture before rolling if sticky. Adjust powdered sugar or bourbon to get desired texture. Substitute bourbon with vanilla extract and water for alcohol-free version. Use gluten-free cookies for gluten-free option and dairy-free cream cheese for lactose-free adaptation.

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