Ingredients:

  • 1 (12-ounce) package vanilla wafers, finely crushed (about 3 cups)
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for rolling
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 6 tablespoons bourbon whiskey
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Approximately 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

  1. Pulse vanilla wafers in a food processor until finely crushed, or place in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin. Aim for a fine crumb consistency.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers, pecans, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder. Whisk together to ensure even distribution.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together bourbon, corn syrup, and water.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well until thoroughly combined. The mixture should be moist enough to form a ball. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.
  5. Remove the chilled mixture from the refrigerator. Roll into 1-inch balls (about 1 tablespoon each).
  6. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until completely coated.
  7. Place the coated bourbon balls on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper to allow the powdered sugar coating to set. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.