Coconut Rum Balls
Coconut Rum Balls are a no-bake dessert treat made with a combination of crushed cookies (such as vanilla wafers or graham crackers), shredded coconut, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and spiced or white rum. The ingredients are mixed together to form a dough, which is then shaped into small bite-sized balls and rolled in additional shredded coconut or powdered sugar for a decorative finish. These treats are popular during the holiday season and require refrigeration to firm up before serving, making them a convenient make-ahead option. The rum adds a rich flavor, but non-alcoholic versions can be made by substituting the rum with extracts or juice.
Ingredients
- 250g packet Arnott's Choc Ripple biscuits
- 395g can sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp dark rum
- 1 1/3 cups desiccated coconut
- 180g dark chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Process biscuits in a food processor until crumbs form. Transfer to a bowl. Add condensed milk, rum and 1 cup coconut. Mix well to combine. Refrigerate for 15 minutes or until mixture is slightly firm.
- Roll level tablespoons of mixture into balls. Place remaining coconut in a shallow bowl. Roll 1/2 the balls in coconut to coat. Transfer to a plate.
- Place chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on MEDIUM (50%) for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring halfway through with a metal spoon, until melted and smooth. Line a baking tray with baking paper. One at a time, using a fork, dip remaining balls in chocolate, shaking off excess. Place on prepared tray (see note). Refrigerate for 20 minutes or until set. Serve.
Notes
- If chocolate becomes too thick, re-melt in the microwave on MEDIUM (50%) for 30 seconds.
- For a perfectly smooth finish, freeze uncoated balls for 15 minutes or until firm. Dip in melted chocolate and allow as much excess to drip off as possible. For a perfectly smooth finish, freeze uncoated balls for 15 minutes or until firm. Dip in melted chocolate and allow as much excess to drip off as possible.
Nutrition
Calories: 565kcalCarbohydrates: 16.9gProtein: 2gFat: 6.2gSaturated Fat: 4.3gSodium: 47mgFiber: 0.6g
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