Port Wine Cocoa Bites

These Port Wine Cocoa Bites are a simple, no-bake dessert that combines the rich flavors of port wine and cocoa. They are perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or as a thoughtful gift, and they’re quick and easy to make. The smooth, indulgent flavor comes without the raw alcohol taste, making them a hit at any gathering.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword Port Wine Cocoa Bites

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings balls

Calories 163kcal

Equipment

measuring cups and spoons To measure the ingredients.
mixing bowls For holding and mixing the dough.
food processor To crush and blend the ingredients.
parchment paper To prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.

Instructions

In a food processor, pulse the Nilla wafers, cocoa powder, and 1 cup of whole pecans until fine crumbs form.
1 11-12 oz. package package Nilla wafers, 1/2 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder , 1 cup pecans
Add the Port and corn syrup to the crumb mixture and pulse again until blended. Scoop the sticky mixture into a bowl and stir in 3/4 cup of coarsely chopped pecans until fully incorporated.
1/2 cup Port wine, 1/4 cup dark corn syrup, 3/4 cup pecans
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on parchment paper.
Roll each ball in confectioners' sugar and arrange them on a tray.
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar

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