Rum Balls

2 boxes (12 oz ea.) vanilla wafers, crushed
2 cups chopped pecans or walnuts
½ cup unsweetened cocoa
2 cups confectioner’s sugar
2/3 cup dark rum
2 cups light or dark corn syrup
8 oz. container diced dried citrus fruits (optional)
shredded coconut or jimmies for coating

Stir vanilla wafer crumbs, nuts, confectioner’s sugar and
unsweetened cocoa. Starting with half the quantity of rum
and half the corn syrup, Gradually stir in liquids, adding
a little at a time.

Stir together and check the consistency. When you can roll
the mixture into a 1 inch ball, don't add any more rum or
syrup. You may not need to add the full amount called for
in the recipe. (This is because some cocoa brands contain
more cornstarch or other fillers than others which absorb
the liquids).

Add citrons (optional) and stir until well blended.

Shape into 1 inch balls.

Roll in either coconut or jimmies.

Makes approximately 9 dozen.