Ginger Orange Nut Balls Recipe

Name: Ginger Orange Nut Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (20 ounce) packages gingersnap cookies, finely crushed (about 10 cups crumbs); 2 (14 ounce) cans condensed milk; 2 (7 ounce) packages flaked coconut (2 2/3 cups); 1 cup finely chopped walnuts; 1 cup finely chopped almonds; 1 cup raisins; 1 cup dates, chopped; ⅔ cup orange juice; 2 tablespoons grated orange rind; ½ cup rum (optional); ½ cup triple sec (optional) or ½ cup Grand Marnier (optional); 2 (7 ounce) packages flaked coconut (for dredging); 2 oranges, rind of, grated (for dredging)

Servings: persons

2 (20 ounce) packages gingersnap cookies, finely crushed (about 10 cups crumbs)
2 (14 ounce) cans condensed milk
2 (7 ounce) packages flaked coconut (2 2/3 cups)
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
1 cup finely chopped almonds
1 cup raisins
1 cup dates, chopped
⅔ cup orange juice
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
½ cup rum (optional)
½ cup triple sec (optional) or ½ cup Grand Marnier (optional)
2 (7 ounce) packages flaked coconut (for dredging)
2 oranges, rind of, grated (for dredging)

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Use a food processor to finely crush the cookies.
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In a large mixing bowl combine all ingredients except additional coconut and rind.
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Chill at least one hour.
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The mixture should be fairly firm but sticky.
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Combine dredging ingredients in a shallow plate such as a pie plate.
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Shape ball batter into 1 inch balls.
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The easiest way to do this is with a small 2 teaspoon scooper.
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Roll in additional coconut mixed with rind.
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Store tightly covered in refrigerator.
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The flavor of these candies improves after several days.
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I usually give it at least one week.
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They can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for several weeks.
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Variations:.
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If you want to omit the alcohol you should only use 2 packages of ginger snaps.
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The balls should sit for 24 hours to let flavors combine.
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You can use all almonds or all walnuts.
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Omit the dates and use 2 cups raisins if you prefer.
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Dredge the balls in additional crushed ginger snaps mixed with confectioners sugar if you prefer.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (20 ounce) packages gingersnap cookies, finely crushed (about 10 cups crumbs), 2 (14 ounce) cans condensed milk, 2 (7 ounce) packages flaked coconut (2 2/3 cups), 1 cup finely chopped walnuts, and more.

Yes, Ginger Orange Nut Balls falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Ginger Orange Nut Balls

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