Re: Christmas Desserts
Daiquiri Balls Recipe
1 (6-ounce) package semisweet chocolate bits
1/2 C. sour cream
1/2 lb. vanilla wafers
1 C. confectioners' sugar, plus more for rolling
1/4 t. salt
3 T. cocoa
1 T. each lemon and orange zest, grated
2 1/2 T. lemon juice
1 1/2 T. white corn syrup
1/4 C. rum
1 C. pecans, finely chopped
Melt chocolate over hot water. Cool. Add sour cream; mix and refrigerate overnight. Form into 54 balls, using 1/2 teaspoon mixture for each. Crush wafers, and add 1 cup confectioners' sugar, salt, cocoa, and fruit zests. Blend in lemon juice, syrup, rum, and pecans. Form balls the size of walnuts around the chocolate centers. Roll in confectioners' sugar. Store in airtight containers. Freeze. Makes 54 balls.
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