No Bake Baileys Irish Cream Cookie Balls Recipe
These No Bake Baileys Irish Cream Cookie Balls are an easy and delicious treat combining vanilla wafer crumbs, powdered sugar, corn syrup, and Baileys Irish Cream, dipped in melted candy melts for a smooth chocolate coating. Perfect for making ahead, these bite-sized delights offer a creamy and slightly boozy flavor with minimal effort, making them an ideal party snack or dessert for Baileys lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 20-24 cookie balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Irish-inspired
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- 1 cup (115g) powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) corn syrup
- 1/3 cup (80ml) Baileys Irish Cream
- 12 oz candy melts
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the vanilla wafer crumbs and powdered sugar thoroughly until well combined.
- Add wet ingredients and mix: Pour in the corn syrup and Baileys Irish Cream, mixing well. The mixture will become crumbly but should hold together enough for shaping.
- Shape cookie balls: Using your fingertips, form balls of about 1 tablespoon each from the mixture. If the dough becomes sticky, dust your fingertips lightly with powdered sugar to help handle the mixture. Set the shaped balls aside on a flat surface.
- Melt candy melts: Place the candy melts in a microwave-safe bowl and melt using short bursts of 15-45 seconds at a time, stirring in between until fully melted and smooth.
- Dip and coat the balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each cookie ball into the melted candy melts to coat completely. Place the coated balls on parchment paper to dry and set the chocolate coating.
Notes
- Makes approximately 20-24 cookie balls depending on size.
- To store, keep at room temperature up to 24 hours. For longer storage up to 1 week, refrigerate in an airtight container and bring to room temperature before serving.
- To freeze, place in a freezer-safe airtight container or bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator or at room temperature before enjoying.
- Recipe adapted from Fabulous Foods.
Keywords: Baileys, Irish Cream, no bake, cookie balls, easy dessert, candy melts, party treats
