Description
Delightfully rich and completely gluten-free rum balls made with a blend of coconut flour, cocoa, and dark rum, coated in vegan chocolate and chopped walnuts. These bite-sized truffles offer a perfect balance of sweetness and a hint of warmth from the rum, ideal for festive occasions or anytime you want an elegant, no-bake treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup walnut pieces
- 1-2 cups vegan chocolate chips
- 1 cup coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2-3 tablespoons dark rum
- 3/4 cup water
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients — coconut flour, cocoa powder, and brown sugar. Then stir in the vanilla extract, maple syrup, dark rum, and water until the mixture is smooth. Place the bowl in the refrigerator to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
- Chop the Walnuts: Finely chop the walnuts so they are in very small pieces. Use a food processor pulse carefully to avoid pulverizing or place walnuts in a Ziploc bag and crush with a rolling pin until finely broken.
- Form the Balls: Take the chilled filling mixture and form it into small balls about 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter. Smaller sized balls work best for these truffles.
- Melt the Chocolate: Gently melt 1 cup of vegan chocolate chips in 15-second bursts in the microwave, stirring in between to prevent burning. Alternatively, melt the chocolate using a double boiler for more control. Melt additional chocolate as needed when coating.
- Coat and Roll: Dip each filling ball into the melted chocolate, then immediately roll it in the finely chopped walnuts to coat. Place the finished balls on a plate or baking sheet.
- Set the Rum Balls: Pop the coated rum balls into the freezer for about 20 minutes to let the chocolate set. Once set, transfer the rum balls to a sealed container and store them in the refrigerator. Take them out just before serving to enjoy at the best texture.
Notes
- Use vegan chocolate chips to keep this recipe dairy-free and vegan-friendly.
- For a stronger rum flavor, increase the amount of dark rum slightly, but be cautious with the texture.
- Chilling the filling before shaping helps the balls hold together better.
- If you prefer, roll the balls in cocoa powder or shredded coconut for a different finish.
- Keep the rum balls refrigerated and consume within one week for optimal freshness.
