Decadent Rum Balls

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Prep Time: 40 min
Total Time: 40 min
Makes: About 16 servings, 3 rum balls each

60 NILLA Wafers, finely crushed (about 2-1/2 cups crumbs)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 cup finely chopped PLANTERS Pecans
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine, melted
2 Tbsp. light corn syrup
2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp. MAXWELL HOUSE Instant Coffee
1/4 cup rum
1 cup BAKER'S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut, toasted



MIX wafer crumbs, sugar, pecans, butter, corn syrup and cocoa in large bowl.
ADD instant coffee granules to rum; stir until coffee granules are dissolved. Add to crumb mixture; mix well. Let stand 15 minutes.
SHAPE mixture into 1-inch balls; roll in coconut. Place in airtight container with sheet of wax paper between each layer of balls. Store at room temperature.


Size It Up
These indulgent rum balls can be rolled in a variety of coatings for a sweet treat that is perfect for holiday gift giving.

Great Substitute
Substitute toasted PLANTERS Sliced Almonds or chocolate sprinkles for the coconut.