Rum Balls

Growing up in Australia, the first sign that Christmas was on its way was the arrival of rum balls in our kitchen. Rich, chocolatey and covered in coconut, these classic little treats have been a part of our family celebrations for as long as I can remember. It simply wouldn’t feel like Christmas without them!

My Chocolate Rum Balls are rich, delicious and incredibly easy to make. Flavoured with dark rum, cocoa and coconut, they are a classic no bake Christmas treat and can be prepared in under 10 minutes.

Perfect for Christmas parties, festive platters or a sweet treat after dinner, these rum balls also make a lovely homemade gift for friends, neighbours and teachers. If you’re making them for the kids or would prefer to leave out the alcohol, my Chocolate Balls are a delicious family-friendly alternative that everyone can enjoy.

Whether you’re gifting them, entertaining friends and family or sneaking one from the fridge throughout December, these classic Australian Chocolate Rum Balls are a festive favourite you’ll want to make every year.

More Christmas treats you might enjoy

• Clinkers Rocky Road

• Cherry Ripe Balls

• Mini Chocolate Pudding Truffles

• Candy Cane Fudge

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Author: Ange Zahn

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Rum Balls

My Chocolate Rum Balls are rich, decadent and oh-so-easy to make - no baking required! In under 10 minutes (even quicker if you have little helpers), you can whip up a batch of these quintessential Australian Christmas treats. Flavoured with dark rum, cocoa, and coconut, they’re a crowd-pleaser every time.

Prep time: 6 MinInactive time: 2 MinTotal time: 8 Min

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Ingredients

• 250g packet Arnott's Arrowroot Biscuits
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 cup coconut
• 395g can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/4 cup Bundaberg Rum

Instructions

Food Processor Method:

1. Place the biscuits in a food processor and blitz until they become fine crumbs.
2. Add the cocoa powder and coconut, then pulse a few times to combine.
3. Pour in the condensed milk and rum and mix until the ingredients are well combined.
4. Using heaped teaspoons of the mixture, roll into balls, then coat each ball in extra coconut.
5. Arrange the balls on a plate as you prepare them. Once done, refrigerate until chilled.

Mixing Bowl Method:

1. Place the biscuits into a large snap-lock bag and, using a wooden rolling pin, crush them to a breadcrumb consistency.
2. Transfer the crushed biscuits to a large bowl along with the cocoa powder and coconut.
3. Pour in the condensed milk and rum, then mix until well combined.
4. Using heaped teaspoons of the mixture, roll into balls, then coat each ball in extra coconut.
5. Arrange the balls on a plate as you prepare them. Once finished, refrigerate until chilled.

Notes

• If the mixture seems a little wet at first, let it rest for about 30 minutes - it will thicken as it stands.
• Store your rum balls in a sealed container in the fridge, where they’ll keep for 2 - 4 weeks (if they last that long!).
• These make a fantastic Christmas gift! Arrange them in a decorative bowl, wrap with cellophane, and tie with a festive bow for a thoughtful and delicious present.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

130

Fat

3 g

Sat. Fat

2 g

Carbs

23 g

Fiber

1 g

Net carbs

22 g

Sugar

11 g

Protein

2 g

Sodium

26 mg

Cholesterol

7 mg

The nutritional information provided is computer generated and is only an estimate. This data is provided as a courtesy for informational purposes only.

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