Bourbon or rum or brandy can be used for these no-bake cookies. These little bite-sized morsels are quick and easy to make. After mixing the ingredients together, roll into balls, then roll in sugar.

Cocoa Bourbon Balls

Ingredients: Dough: 1 cup finely crushed vanilla wafers (about 30 wafers) 1 cup confectioners (powdered) sugar 1 cup walnuts or pecans, finely chopped 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 2 tablespoons light corn syrup ¼ cup bourbon, rum, or brandy Topping: ½ cup granulated sugar Tip: Use standard measuring cups and spoons or scales for accurate measuring. Directions: In a medium mixing bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers, confectioner’s sugar, nuts, cocoa, corn syrup, and bourbon rum or brandy; mix well with a wooden spoon. With slightly wet hands, Shape dough into small balls, about 1” in diameter. Tip: An ice cream scoop is ideal for making uniform-sized cookies. Topping: Roll the balls in granulated sugar until completely coated. Store in an airtight container.   Makes about 3 dozen cookies TheBakingPan.com