It’s that time of the year for holiday parties, and so my focus is changing toward cookie trays and treats. In fact, I was considering doing a little series here next week, a Cookie Week similar to the Pie Week I did for Thanksgiving last year with a different cookie each day, Monday through Friday. If you’re interested, let me know in the comments! Now, as you can see, today I have a recipe for bourbon balls. I adapted my recipe for last year’s Kahlua balls to make these slightly more boozy treats – these are a little stronger, and you can definitely taste the bourbon all the way down, so I wouldn’t recommend letting kids get ahold of these! They’re quite delightful with a mug of hot cocoa or eggnog though, and make a quick and easy addition to any goodie tray. Enjoy!

• 3 1/3 cups crushed graham crackers or vanilla cookies
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
• 1/2 Tbsp vanilla extract
• 3 Tbsp agave or brown rice syrup
• 1/2 cup bourbon
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling

In a large bowl, whisk together the crushed crackers or cookies and powdered sugar.