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A pile of chocolate rum balls sits in a pile, on a mirrored surface.
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The Best Chocolate Rum Balls

Rich and fudgy, the Best Chocolate Rum Balls are the perfect bite of Christmas!
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baking, Chocolate, Chocolate Balls, Christmas, Rum
Servings: 4 dozen balls

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Rimmed baking sheet or jelly roll pan
  • Microwave safe bowl

Ingredients

  • Non-stick cooking spray
  • 3/4 cup butter
  • 6 oz Dark chocolate chopped
  • 3 eggs
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup dark rum
  • sparkle sugar, cocoa, chopped nuts for rolling optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Melt butter & chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl for about 3 minutes on 75% power. Stir until smooth. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, light brown sugar, vanilla & salt. Slowly whisk in the melted chocolate mixture. Fold in the flour, until just blended.
  • Spray a 12" x 17" rimmed baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray & pour in the batter. Use a spatula to spread it evenly to the edges of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Transfer the pan to a rack & cool.
  • Break up the brownie pieces into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Beat on low until the brownie is completely broken up. Slowly add in the rum, a bit at a time & beat until the mixture forms into a ball. You will know it’s the right texture if you can easily roll the dough & it holds its shape.
  • Scoop out the dough by the tablespoon & roll into a ball. Toss in sugar & chill until ready to serve.

Notes

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