Irish Cream Balls

Indulge in the decadent charm of these no-bake Irish Cream Balls, a perfect fusion of rich flavors and delightful textures. Featuring crushed vanilla wafer cookies, finely chopped pecans, and the luxurious touch of Irish cream liqueur, this recipe creates bite-sized treats that are both simple to prepare and irresistibly satisfying. The addition of cocoa powder and powdered sugar adds a chocolatey sweetness, while a crunchy granulated sugar coating (optional) elevates each bite with a pleasant contrast. Ready in just 20 minutes with no oven required, these elegant confections are ideal for holiday parties, gift-giving, or anytime you crave a boozy, dessert-inspired indulgence. Refrigerate for 2 hours to let the flavors meld, and serve these chilled or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing sweet treat. Perfectly portioned for sharing, this recipe yields 24 balls of pure joy!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 250 grams Vanilla wafer cookies (crushed)
• 120 grams Powdered sugar
• 30 grams Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 100 grams Pecans (finely chopped)
• 80 milliliters Irish cream liqueur
• 60 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
• 50 grams Granulated sugar (for coating, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the vanilla wafer cookies into a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. If you don't have a food processor, place the cookies in a sealable plastic bag and crush them with a rolling pin.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafer cookies, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and chopped pecans. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Add the Irish cream liqueur and melted butter to the dry mixture. Stir with a spatula or wooden spoon until the mixture comes together and forms a dough-like consistency.

Step 4

Using clean hands, scoop a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Repeat this process until all the mixture is used, yielding approximately 24 balls.

Step 5

If desired, roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat the outside. This step is optional, but it adds a crunchy texture and sweetness to the treats.

Step 6

Place the Irish cream balls on a parchment-lined tray or plate. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the balls to firm up.

Step 7

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	690 grams (690.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3288

Total Fat 176.80g	227%
Saturated Fat 59.00g	295%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 131mg	44%
Sodium 1005mg	44%
Total Carbohydrate 405.10g	147%
Dietary Fiber 21.80g	78%
Total Sugars 279.60g
Protein 28.00g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 124mg	10%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1054mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.9%

Protein: 3.4%

Carbs: 48.8%