Louisvillian Jennifer Ahearn's friend Kat makes bourbon balls without the commonly used corn syrup Ahearn finds "cloying." She and Kat use a healthy dose of bourbon; adjust for taste. Use broken pecan ...

'Tis the season for holiday sweet treats of all kinds—cookies, Christmas bark, fudge, candy and more. But whether I'm the baker or the eater, I can’t help but crave cookies this time of year. While I ...

Bourbon balls, a classic Southern sweet, are known for their distinct barrelled flavor, but will this dessert give you a buzz? In short -– not likely. These no-bake desserts, often rolled in powdered ...

Sift together 2 Tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 Tablespoon confectioners' sugar until well combined. Stir together 2 cups vanilla-wafer cookie crumbs (about 50 cookies) ½ cup pecans, toasted ...

The beloved bourbon ball, a Kentucky-originated dessert, is a perfect example of the ways bourbon and chocolate complement each other. The classic treat is a pecan-garnished, dark chocolate shell that ...

It seems like every distillery, chocolatier and dessert shop in Kentucky makes some version of bourbon balls. And each operator has a different opinion on how you should enjoy the classic boozy treat.

Try this recipe to complement your holiday baking. In large bowl, stir together cookie crumbs, ground pecans and powdered sugar. In microwaveable bowl, microwave chocolate until it's melted (Do it for ...

No matter how you slice it, pecan pie provides a perfect pop of sweetness to end holiday meals and casual meals alike. Jodie Kautzmann is an editor, baker, and confectioner with more than 15 years of ...