Pioneer Woman Bourbon Balls
Pioneer Woman's Bourbon Balls are an easy and delicious dessert that will make any occasion special. Created by Ree Drummond, the Pioneer Woman, these bourbon balls are made with just a few ingredients and are sure to be a hit! Perfect for a holiday party or backyard gathering. Read on for a step-by-step guide on how to make Pioneer Woman's Bourbon Balls & learn every detail regarding this Pioneer Woman's Bourbon Balls.
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Servings: 20 Balls
Calories: 113kcal
Equipment
- 13x9” Baking Pan
- Spatula
Ingredients
Bourbon Balls
- 7 ounces vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 1/4 cups pecan halves
- 1/4 cup dark corn syrup
- 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup bourbon
For Coating
- 5 ounces chopped bittersweet chocolate
- 25 pecan halves
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or vegetable shortening
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (176ºC). Place pecans on a baking sheet and toast in preheated oven until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- In a food processor, coarsely grind the 3 1/2 cups vanilla wafer cookies until they form crumbs. Add pecans and blend until combined.
- In a large bowl, combine cookie-pecan mixture with cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, bourbon, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until combined.
- Using a tablespoon measure, scoop out the dough and roll it into 1-inch balls. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Freeze for 10 minutes or until firm.
- Melt together bittersweet chocolate and coconut oil in a double boiler over medium heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Dip the balls into melted chocolate, using a fork to turn them, and coat evenly. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and top each ball with a single pecan half. Return to the freezer for 10 minutes to allow the chocolate coating to set before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor results!
- For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or almonds to the cookie-pecan mixture.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, use a certified gluten-free vanilla wafer cookie instead of regular ones.