Margarita Balls I

Margarita Balls I
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    24 People
  • VIEWS
    145

Transport yourself to a sun-drenched beach with these Margarita Balls! A delightful twist on the classic rum ball, these treats combine the bright flavors of tequila and orange with creamy white chocolate and crunchy almonds. Perfect for parties or a sophisticated indulgence.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    18 g
  • Cholesterol
    1 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    51 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Finely crush the vanilla wafers into crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a resealable bag and crushing with a rolling pin. Combine the wafer crumbs with the ground almonds in a large mixing bowl. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Melt the white chocolate using a double boiler or in the microwave. If microwaving, use a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 15-second intervals, stirring well after each interval to prevent burning. Continue until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. (3-5 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 2 mins In a blender, combine the tequila, orange marmalade, and light corn syrup. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. (2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 3 mins Pour the tequila mixture and melted white chocolate into the bowl with the crumb and almond mixture. Stir until everything is evenly moistened and a dough forms. (3 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View 15 mins Shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in white sugar to coat completely. (10-15 minutes)

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06 Step

Recipe View 30 mins Place the coated margarita balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow them to firm up before serving. (30 minutes)

For a more intense margarita flavor, use a reposado tequila.
Toast the almonds lightly before grinding to enhance their nutty flavor.
If the dough is too sticky, add a little more crushed vanilla wafers.
For a festive touch, use colored sugar or add a pinch of lime zest to the white sugar for coating.

Holly Lehner

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 48 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Katheryn Bahringer

    Easy to make and a great make-ahead dessert. I will definitely be making these again.

  • Natalie Klein

    These were a huge hit at my Cinco de Mayo party! Everyone loved the unique flavor.

  • Osvaldo Wilkinson

    I was skeptical at first, but these are surprisingly delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect.

  • Hank Gorczany

    I used lime marmalade instead of orange and it was fantastic!

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