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Rum balls, traditional truffles and more no-bake Christmas treats
Let’s get ready to rum ball! Christmas sweets don’t come much easier than mix, scoop and roll. From the best rum balls (try the CWA’s traditional recipe below!) and healthier bliss balls to boozy adults-only truffles and no-bake ‘cookies’, all these edible Christmas baubles are a classic, easy addition to your festive spread.
Chocolate rum balls
Nothing signals the arrival of Christmas quite like these easy, festive rum balls made with chocolate, cocoa, and of course, rum.
Limoncello and white chocolate truffles
Whether you're looking for the perfect gift idea or just want the ultimate one-bite treat, these limoncello and white chocolate truffles hit the sweet spot. The zesty notes from the limoncello lifts the indulgent texture of these creamy desserts, while the sharpness of the white chocolate adds to the bright flavour. Elegant, delicious and easy to make, these truffles are sure to be your next favourite.
Cooee's rum balls
"This recipe makes a celebrated appearance on our holiday table every Christmas. My mum, Cooee, always made rum balls at Christmas time but unfortunately never wrote down the recipe. The ones here are a little more sophisticated than her originals, what with their chocolate coating and cherry centre, but they are absolutely delicious." – Belinda Jeffery
Baklava bliss balls
Embrace bliss with these bite-sized baklava desserts.
Kirsten Tibballs' espresso chocolate truffles with honey and vanilla
“Surrender yourself to these simple and irresistible morsels – the most indulgent way to get a coffee hit. Small in size but big on flavour, these to-die-for truffles are laden with chocolate and coffee goodness and mellowed with a touch of honey and vanilla. They also make excellent gifts, if you can bring yourself to part with them.” – Kirsten Tibballs
Healthy 'White Christmas' balls
These little morsels featuring cranberries, pistachios and coconut will be a hit this Christmas.
Boozy chocolate truffles
Nothing says Christmas like boozy truffles. These adults-only treats are the perfect nightcap, whether you opt for the decadent dark-choc Malibu version, the Caramilk Tia Maria number or the gin, lime and white chocolate recipe.
Caramel pretzel truffles
These little bite-sized beauties are all about texture.
Chocolate and brandy truffles
These chocolate truffles are an easy make-ahead, no-bake Christmas treat to serve at the end of the meal or to gift to friends.
Coconut fudge bliss balls
"A small hit of salt tempers the sweetness in these energy-packed sweets. Store these moreish treats in the fridge in an airtight container for up to two weeks," says Lucy Busuttil.
Dark chocolate and cherry truffles
Cherries and chocolate... a match made in heaven. Begin this recipe at least 6 hours ahead.
Vegan no-bake rum ball slice recipe
When it's 30°C outside and the family want a light (healthy) dessert that won't have you sinking to the bottom of the swimming pool, this is the dessert to turn to. Charlotte Binns-McDonald has your back with her rum-ball-turned-slice recipe (that's also vegan).
Chocolate truffle squares
For the perfect after-dinner treat, try these stylish chocolate truffle squares.
Violet truffles
With crystallised violets placed delicately on top, these decadent chocolate truffles make for a great special occasion treat.