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Close-up of chocolate Amaretto balls coated in shredded coconut, stacked in a bowl with one ball bitten open to reveal a nutty chocolate interior and a cherry piece inside.
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Booze Balls (Amaretto Balls)

30 balls
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
These no-bake Amaretto Balls are rich, nutty, and irresistibly chocolatey with a hint of almond liqueur. Made with crushed vanilla wafers, Nutella, and a coconut coating, they’re an elegant treat that comes together in just minutes - perfect for parties, holidays, or anytime you want something sweet without turning on the oven.

Equipment

Food processor
Large mixing bowl
Rubber Spatula
Small cookie scoop
Baking sheet lined with parchment paper

Ingredients
 

  • 1 11oz box vanilla wafers finely crushed
  • 1 cup toasted pecans finely chopped
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup Nutella
  • ⅔ cup Amaretto liqueur
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ⅔ cup sweetened shredded coconut

Instructions

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Place the vanilla wafers in a food processor and pulse until finely ground.
    Glass bowl filled with finely crushed vanilla wafers, sitting on a striped towel with other ingredients visible around the edges.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed wafers, pecans, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, Nutella, Amaretto, and vanilla extract. Mix with a rubber spatula until fully combined.
    Bowl of combined chocolate Amaretto ball mixture with a crumbly texture, placed on a striped towel with a bottle of Amaretto nearby.
  • Use a small cookie scoop to portion the mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll each between your palms until smooth.
  • Spread the coconut on a plate. Roll each ball in the coconut, pressing gently so it adheres evenly.
    Chocolate Amaretto balls coated in shredded coconut, evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ready to chill.
  • Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • The coconut sticks best when you press lightly and roll the balls several times.
  • For a variation, substitute walnuts for the pecans.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 week.
  • These are best served chilled straight from the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ball | Calories: 160kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 0.1mg | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 72mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.05mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg