No-Bake Baileys Irish Cream Cookie Balls
These No-Bake Baileys Irish Cream Cookie Balls are rich, chocolatey bite-sized treats made with crushed cookies, creamy sweetness, and a smooth chocolate coating. Perfect for parties, holidays, and elegant dessert trays, with an easy alcohol-free option included.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- spatula or spoon
- microwave-safe bowl
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 3 cups finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/3 cup corn syrup or golden syrup
- 1/3 cup Baileys Irish Cream (adult version)
- 12 oz chocolate candy coating or melting wafers
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the finely crushed vanilla wafer cookies and powdered sugar until evenly mixed.
- Add the corn syrup and Irish cream, stirring until a thick, moldable mixture forms.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of mixture and roll into smooth balls. Lightly dust hands with powdered sugar if sticky.
- Melt the chocolate candy coating in the microwave using short intervals, stirring frequently until smooth.
- Dip each cookie ball into the melted chocolate, allowing excess coating to drip off.
- Place coated balls on parchment paper and allow the chocolate to fully set before serving or storing.
Notes
This recipe is intended for adult enjoyment when prepared with Irish cream. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute Irish cream with vanilla cream syrup, Irish cream coffee syrup, or sweetened cream. Flavor and texture improve after resting overnight.