Description
Fireball Whiskey Balls are a delightful and festive treat combining the warmth and spice of Fireball cinnamon whiskey with rich chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a crunchy graham cracker base. Perfect for parties or cozy gatherings, these bite-sized balls offer a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and nutty flavors coated in a smooth chocolate shell.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Fireball cinnamon whiskey
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
For Coating
- 1/2 cup melted chocolate (milk, dark, or semi-sweet)
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers, powdered sugar, and unsweetened cocoa powder until evenly blended.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the Fireball cinnamon whiskey and peanut butter into the dry mixture until the ingredients form a thick, well-combined dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips (Optional): Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips to add extra texture and bursts of chocolate in each bite.
- Form Balls: Roll the mixture into small balls approximately 1 inch in diameter, ensuring they are compact and hold their shape.
- Freeze: Place the formed balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze them for about 30 minutes to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: While the balls freeze, carefully melt the chocolate using a double boiler or microwave in short intervals, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
- Coat with Chocolate: Once the whiskey balls are firm, dip each ball fully into the melted chocolate, using a fork to ensure an even coating and allowing any excess chocolate to drip off.
- Set Chocolate Coating: Return the coated balls to the parchment-lined baking sheet and refrigerate until the chocolate hardens and sets.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once the chocolate coating is set, serve the Fireball Whiskey Balls chilled for the perfect spicy-sweet treat.
Notes
- Freezing the balls before dipping in chocolate helps them maintain shape and ensures a smooth coating.
- You can use dark chocolate for a richer, more intense flavor.
- Store the whiskey balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the balls and thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Adjust the amount of Fireball whiskey to control the spice level to your preference.
- Use peanut butter with no added sugar or salt for the best balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (including melting and dipping chocolate)
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-bake, Freezing, Chocolate dipping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 whiskey ball
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Fireball Whiskey Balls, Whiskey Balls Recipe, Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls, Spicy Whiskey Treats, No-bake Dessert, Party Snacks, Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey Dessert
