Classic Chocolate Rum Balls Recipe | Easy Holiday Treat

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup butter, softened 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1 egg yolk 1 tablespoon dark rum 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans Powdered sugar

PREPARATION:

1. Beat butter, granulated sugar and egg yolk in large bowl until light and fluffy. Blend in rum and vanilla. Stir in flour, cocoa and nuts; mix well. Cover; refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
2. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. Shape dough into 1-inch balls; place 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheets. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until firm. Remove to wire racks to cool. Roll in powdered sugar.

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