Can you freeze rum balls?
Yes, you can make rum balls ahead of time (or store leftover rum balls) and freeze them for up to three months. Pop them in a Then, allow them to thaw in the fridge overnight before eating them.
What can you use instead of rum in rum balls?
Of course, a traditional rum ball contains rum, but you can use other types of alcohol, including Baileys or a coffee-flavoured liqueur, for example to flavour the truffles. For a non-alcoholic substitute, you could try using fruit juice (orange works well) instead of rum. You could also make these coconut balls instead.
What's the secret to making the best easy rum balls?
If your mixture feels too wet to hold its shape, you can pop your mixture in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm before rolling the rum balls. The other secret is to wet your hands before rolling the balls.
If you like the sound of this recipe, you might also like these Christmas Rum Baubles.
