Cherry Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Balls
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Cherry Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Balls, a perfect treat for any occasion! These no-bake dessert bites combine the sweetness of cherries with rich semisweet chocolate and crunchy pecans, creating a flavor explosion that will please everyone. Easy to prepare and fun to make, these treats are ideal for gatherings or simply enjoying at home after a long day. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that’s sure to impress your friends and family.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup vanilla extract (alcohol-free)
- 0.25 cup light corn syrup
- 3 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- 1.5 cups chopped pecans
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 24 red candied cherries, halved
Instructions
- Melt 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler. Stir in 0.5 cup of alcohol-free vanilla extract and 0.25 cup of light corn syrup until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix together 3 cups of vanilla wafer crumbs, 1.5 cups of chopped pecans, and half (0.5 cup) of the confectioners' sugar. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch balls and roll them in the remaining confectioners' sugar. Press half a red candied cherry into each ball for decoration.
- Store in an airtight container for several days to let flavors develop before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg