Easy Rum Balls
Description
These easy no-bake rum balls are perfect for the holidays--with just 5 ingredients, a few minutes to prepare, and 8 hours of chilling time, you can really impress your guests!
Ingredients
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4 (1 ounce) squares unsweetened chocolate, chopped
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1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
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5 cups powdered sugar
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1/4 cup rum
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1 cup chopped nuts
Directions
1
Place chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until chocolate is melted, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside to cool.
2
Meanwhile, beat cream cheese in a bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually beat in powdered sugar and rum; mix until well combined. Beat in melted chocolate.
3
Roll mixture into small balls and roll in chopped nuts. Refrigerate until firm.