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Fireball Whiskey Balls

Fireball Whiskey Balls offer a fun, boozy twist on truffles, combining candy-coated cinnamon cake with an alcohol-infused kick. These no-bake treats are perfect for parties and holidays.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 22
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 8 ounce cream cheese, room temperature
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 15.25 ounce vanilla cake mix Betty Crocker Super Moist brand
  • 3 ounces Fireball whiskey adjust to desired flavor strength
  • 16 ounce vanilla almond bark candy coating
  • Ground cinnamon for garnish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat treat the dry cake mix by placing it in a medium-sized heat-safe bowl and microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until it reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow to cool completely.
  2. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature cream cheese and ground cinnamon with a handheld mixer on medium-high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the cooled cake mix and 1 ounce of Fireball whiskey to the cream cheese mixture. Beat for an additional 1-2 minutes. Add more whiskey to reach your desired flavor, then beat for another 1-2 minutes until fully combined.
  5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Using a 1-inch cookie scoop, form level scoops into smooth balls. Place the balls onto one of the prepared baking sheets.
  7. Melt the vanilla almond bark according to package directions, typically in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring between each, until smooth.
  8. Dip each chilled whiskey ball into the melted almond bark using a fork, ensuring it's fully coated. Tap the fork on the side of the bowl to remove excess coating.
  9. Place the coated balls onto the second parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle the tops with a pinch of ground cinnamon.
  10. Refrigerate the coated balls for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up.

Notes

These Fireball Whiskey Balls can be stored at cool room temperature for 2-3 hours, but should be refrigerated for longer storage. For longer freezing, store uncoated balls in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months, thawing completely before coating.