Pioneer Woman Bourbon Balls Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Bourbon Balls Recipe is a classic sweet treat with rich flavor. These small dessert bites are simple and delicious.
Ingredients
- 2 cups vanilla wafer cookies crushed
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons corn syrup
- 1/4 cup bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
Crush the Cookies
- Place vanilla wafer cookies in a food processor. Blend until they become fine crumbs. If you do not have a processor, crush cookies in a zip bag with a rolling pin.
Mix the Dry Ingredients
- Add cookie crumbs, chopped pecans, powdered sugar and cocoa powder to a large bowl. Stir everything together until evenly mixed and well combined.
Add the Liquid Ingredients
- Pour bourbon, corn syrup and vanilla extract into the bowl. Stir slowly with a spoon. Mix until the mixture becomes thick and slightly sticky.
Chill the Mixture
- Place the bowl in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes. This helps the mixture firm up. It will be easier to shape the bourbon balls later.
Shape the Balls
- Take small portions of the mixture. Roll them gently between your hands. Form balls about one inch in size. Place them on parchment paper.
Coat the Balls
- Put powdered sugar in a small bowl. Roll each bourbon ball in the sugar. Make sure the balls are evenly coated for a beautiful finish.
Let Them Set
- Place the finished bourbon balls on a tray. Refrigerate them for another 20 minutes. This helps them firm up and improves the flavor.
Notes
- Use good quality bourbon for better flavor.
- Finely crush cookies for smoother texture.
- Chill the mixture if it becomes too sticky.
- Use gloves while rolling to keep hands clean.
- Toast pecans lightly for deeper flavor.
- Add extra cocoa powder if you want stronger chocolate taste.