No Bake Rum Raisin Balls

Indulge in the rich, boozy decadence of No Bake Rum Raisin Balls—a quick and easy treat perfect for the holiday season or anytime you crave a sophisticated dessert. This no-bake recipe combines sweet, rum-soaked raisins with finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies, cocoa powder, warm cinnamon, and crunchy pecans, creating a delightful bite bursting with texture and flavor. A touch of honey binds the mixture together, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a classic finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and no oven required, these rum raisin balls are effortless to prepare and can be made ahead for parties or gifting. Let the raisins soak overnight for maximum flavor, and enjoy a dessert that’s as simple as it is unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raisins
• 0.25 cup Dark rum
• 2 cups Vanilla wafer cookies
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 cup Chopped pecans
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Additional powdered sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the raisins and dark rum. Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes, allowing the raisins to absorb the flavor of the rum. For best results, cover the bowl and let it sit overnight.

Step 2

Using a food processor, crush the vanilla wafer cookies into fine crumbs. Transfer the crumbs to a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Add the powdered sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and chopped pecans to the bowl with the cookie crumbs. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Add the soaked raisins and any remaining rum from the bowl to the dry mixture. Stir to evenly distribute the raisins.

Step 5

Pour in the honey and mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together when pressed. If the mixture is too dry, add a small additional splash of rum or honey for moisture.

Step 6

Using your hands, shape the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place the formed balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 7

Pour the additional powdered sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll each rum raisin ball in the powdered sugar until thoroughly coated.

Step 8

Refrigerate the coated balls for 1-2 hours to firm up before serving.

Step 9

Store the rum raisin balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	827 grams (827.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3388

Total Fat 116.90g	150%
Saturated Fat 24.90g	124%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 914mg	40%
Total Carbohydrate 561.60g	204%
Dietary Fiber 29.30g	105%
Total Sugars 404.40g
Protein 24.80g	50%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1993mg	42%

*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: 31.0%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 66.1%