No Bake Baileys Irish Cream Cookie Balls Recipe
These No Bake Baileys Irish Cream Cookie Balls are delightful bite-sized treats that combine the smooth richness of Baileys Irish Cream with the sweet crunch of vanilla wafer crumbs, all coated in a luscious candy melt shell. Perfect for festive gatherings or a quick indulgence, they require no baking and are simple to prepare.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 30 cookie balls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Ball Mixture
- 3 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- 1 cup (115g) powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup (80ml) corn syrup
- 1/3 cup (80ml) Baileys Irish Cream
Coating
- 12 oz candy melts
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine 3 cups of vanilla wafer crumbs with 1 cup of powdered sugar, mixing thoroughly to blend the dry elements evenly.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in 1/3 cup of corn syrup and 1/3 cup of Baileys Irish Cream into the dry mixture. Stir well until the mixture comes together, though it will remain crumbly.
- Form Balls: Using about 1 tablespoon of the mixture each time, shape the dough into balls with your fingertips. If the dough becomes sticky, dust your fingertips lightly with powdered sugar to aid in shaping. Set the formed balls aside to prepare for coating.
- Melt Candy Coating: Place 12 oz of candy melts into a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in short bursts of 15 to 45 seconds, stirring between each interval until fully melted and smooth.
- Dip Cookie Balls: Using a fork or toothpick, dip each ball into the melted candy melts, ensuring it is fully coated. Carefully place each coated ball onto a piece of parchment paper to dry and harden at room temperature.
Notes
- Dusting fingertips with powdered sugar helps manage stickiness while shaping the balls.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup during the candy melt drying process.
- If candy melts are too thick, adding a small amount of vegetable oil can help achieve a smoother consistency.
- Store finished cookie balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute Baileys Irish Cream with a comparable amount of milk or flavored syrup.
Keywords: No bake, Baileys Irish Cream, Cookie Balls, Dessert, Easy recipe, Candy melts
