Recipe

Classic rum balls

Sweet and fragrant, these rum-infused treats are rolled in toasted coconut and served up at Christmas time.

Oct 08, 2020 4:29am
  • 20 mins preparation
  • 1 hr marinating
  • Makes 40
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Classic rum balls
Rum balls are the quintessential Christmas treat.
These sweet and fragrant rum-infused treats rolled in toasted coconut are a part of annual traditions that signal the coming of the season. Perfect served as an edible gift, afternoon snack or a light dessert.

Ingredients

  • 250 gram plain biscuits (such as marie)
  • 395 gram can sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 cup (80g) desiccated coconut
  • 1/4 cup (25g) dutch-processed cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated orange rind
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) dark rum
  • 1/2 cup (40g) desiccated coconut, toasted, extra

Method

  • 1
    Process biscuits until fine crumbs.
  • 2
    Transfer crumbs to a large bowl; add condensed milk, coconut, sifted cocoa, rind and rum. Stir well to combine.
  • 3
    Roll mixture into walnut-sized balls. Toss balls in extra coconut. Place on a tray; cover, refrigerate until firm.

Notes

Suitable to freeze. Not suitable to microwave. Test Kitchen tip: To toast coconut, place in large frying pan; stir occasionally over medium heat until golden. Cool. The balls can be made up to 1 month ahead; keep refrigerated.

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