Amaretto Booze Balls: Almond Liqueur Truffles Recipe

These Booze Balls are an easy, no-bake adult treat. Made with crushed vanilla wafers, Nutella, toasted pecans, and a splash of Amaretto, they’re rich, chocolatey, and finished in shredded coconut. Quick to assemble and chilled in the refrigerator, they’re ideal for holiday gatherings, edible gifts, or any time you want a simple dessert with a boozy almond note.

Ingredient Tips

• Vanilla wafers: Crush to fine crumbs for the best texture. Graham crackers are a fine substitute.
• Pecans: Toast and finely chop so they distribute evenly; walnuts work well too.
• Powdered sugar: Sift before using to avoid lumps in the mixture.
• Cocoa powder: Use unsweetened cocoa to balance the sweetness.
• Nutella: Adds richness and helps bind the mixture. Avoid swapping in peanut butter unless you want a different flavor profile.
• Amaretto liqueur: Gives the almond flavor and moisture. Add a little more for a stronger taste, but take care not to make the mixture too soft.
• Vanilla extract: Pure vanilla enhances the overall flavor.
• Shredded coconut: Sweetened or unsweetened will both work; if the coconut doesn’t adhere, roll the balls a second time.

Recipe Success Tips

• Chill before serving: Refrigeration helps the balls firm up and deepens the flavors.
• Adjust consistency: If the mixture is too dry, add a splash more Amaretto; if too wet, stir in extra crushed wafers.
• Uniform size: A small cookie scoop makes even balls so they chill consistently.
• Coconut coating: Press the coconut onto each ball so it adheres well; rolling twice helps.
• Make ahead: Prepare up to three days in advance and store in the refrigerator for easy entertaining.

Serving Suggestions

• Holiday platters: Serve alongside cookies, truffles, and fudge for a festive dessert board.
• Coffee pairing: Offer chilled Booze Balls with espresso or cappuccino for a rich after‑dinner treat.
• Gifts: Pack in decorative tins or small boxes lined with parchment for homemade gifts.
• Party trays: Place each ball in a mini paper candy cup for a tidy presentation.
• Drink pairings: Pair with dessert wines or cocktails that complement Amaretto’s almond character.

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Recipe

Recipe

Booze Balls (Amaretto Balls)

Prep Time
10 mins

Total Time
40 mins

30 balls

These no-bake Amaretto Balls are nutty and chocolatey with a delicate almond liqueur note. Made from crushed vanilla wafers, Nutella, toasted pecans, and coated in coconut, they’re a quick, elegant treat for parties or holidays.

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.
• Pulse the vanilla wafers in a food processor until finely ground.
  
• In a large bowl, combine the crushed wafers, pecans, powdered sugar, cocoa powder, Nutella, Amaretto, and vanilla. Mix until fully combined.
  
• Use a small cookie scoop to portion 1-inch balls. Roll each between your palms until smooth.
  
• Spread the coconut on a plate and roll each ball in the coconut, pressing gently so it adheres.
  
• Arrange the balls on the prepared sheet and refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

• Press and roll the balls several times so the coconut sticks evenly.
• Swap walnuts for pecans if preferred.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days, or freeze up to 1 week.
• Best served chilled directly from the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ball
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Calories: 160kcal
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Carbohydrates: 20g
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Protein: 1g
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Fat: 8g

Nutrition info is approximate and provided as a courtesy.

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